Hanukkah/Kwanzaa Crossword Puzzle

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  1. 3. The month during which Hanukkah usually begins
  2. 4. The season during which Hanukkah occurs
  3. 7. A nine-branched menorah used during Hanukkah
  4. 8. A four-sided spinning top played with during Hanukkah
  5. 10. A custom or belief passed down from generation to generation
  6. 11. The study of past events, particularly in human affairs
  7. 14. The monotheistic religion of the Jewish people
  8. 15. The number of days Hanukkah is celebrated
  9. 17. A place of worship that was rededicated during Hanukkah
  10. 19. A candelabrum with nine branches used during this Jewish festival
  11. 20. Relatives who often gather to celebrate holidays together
  12. 22. An extraordinary event that is beyond human power and brought about by a deity
  13. 23. The central reference of the Jewish religious documents
  14. 26. Potato pancakes traditionally eaten during Hanukkah
  15. 27. The Hebrew month during which Hanukkah occurs
  16. 28. The attendant candle used to light others on the menorah
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  1. 1. The action of marking one's pleasure at an important event or occasion
  2. 2. A period of celebration, often with events and entertainment
  3. 5. Prayers asking for divine protection or favor
  4. 6. Jelly doughnuts eaten during Hanukkah
  5. 9. Items given to others during celebrations and holidays
  6. 12. These are lit each night during Hanukkah on the menorah
  7. 13. These are commonly used for decoration during holidays
  8. 14. Pertaining to the people, religion, or culture of Judaism
  9. 16. Used to fry foods and commemorate a miracle during Hanukkah
  10. 18. A solemn request for help or expression of thanks addressed to God
  11. 21. The ancient language of the Jewish people
  12. 22. The group of Jewish warriors who recaptured Jerusalem
  13. 24. Praise; a Jewish prayer of praise and thanksgiving
  14. 25. Money or chocolate coins given as gifts during Hanukkah