Festival of Lights 🕯️

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  1. 2. A traditional jelly-filled doughnut eaten during Hanukkah, often fried in oil as a reminder of the miracle of oil.
  2. 4. Chocolate coins traditionally given to children during Hanukkah.
  3. 5. A spiritual concept in Hinduism; also, the name for the central symbol during Diwali celebrations, often displayed with lights.
  4. 7. A shiny, metallic decoration used to adorn Christmas trees, often reflecting the light from Christmas lights.
  5. 9. An object used to produce light, often used during Diwali to represent the triumph of light over darkness.
  6. 10. A seven-branched candelabrum used during Hanukkah.
  7. 12. Songs sung during the Christmas season, often celebrating the themes of light, peace, and joy.
  8. 14. The shortest day of the year, marking the official start of winter in December, often celebrated with light festivals around the world.
  9. 16. The Hindu festival of lights, celebrating the triumph of good over evil with fireworks and oil lamps.
  10. 17. A source of light used in many traditions, symbolizing warmth and hope during the holiday season.
  11. 18. A feeling of happiness and celebration, central to the holiday spirit.
  12. 19. A symbol of guidance and hope, often associated with the Christmas holiday (e.g., the Star of Bethlehem).
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  1. 1. A Jewish festival lasting eight days, celebrating the miracle of light with the lighting of the menorah.
  2. 3. An ancient winter festival celebrating the solstice, from which many modern Christmas traditions are derived.
  3. 6. A weeklong celebration of African heritage and culture, featuring seven principles, one for each day of the holiday.
  4. 8. Small sources of illumination, used in various holiday traditions to symbolize hope and the triumph of light over darkness.
  5. 10. A plant used as a decoration during Christmas, often symbolizing peace and goodwill.
  6. 11. A joyful celebration or event, often centered around food, light, and music, during the winter holidays.
  7. 13. Magical creatures associated with Christmas, often depicted pulling Santa’s sleigh at night under the stars and lights.
  8. 15. A symbol of hope, peace, and joy, often representing the triumph of good over evil.