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Detailed explanation-1: -Both holidays have evolved over time to include traditions of gift giving, but simply put, Hanukkah is not the Jewish version of Christmas.

Detailed explanation-2: -Hanukkah is not some kind of Jewish Christmas. The holiday, which began this week, commemorates the rededication of the second temple of Jerusalem, where Jews, reclaiming the temple after a revolt, found a one-day supply of oil to light its menorah-and it lasted for eight nights.

Detailed explanation-3: -Chanukah / Hanukkah-December 8-15 The Chanukah menorah is lit for eight nights to celebrate that miracle. Among the many Hanukkah traditions, children play dreidel and foods fried in oil are customary.