Syrians defiled a sacred Jewish temple in Jerusalem.
Well, let's light the menorah for the dedication at least.
The Maccabees cleaned it up and prepared to rededicate the temple.
They found only one jar of sanctified oil that was still sealed. It was only enough oil to light the menorah for one day.
Despite not having enough pure oil to last for a single day, they decided to light the menorah anyway.
The menorah miraculously stayed lit for eight days while new oil was being prepared. The Maccabees took this as a sign that the Jewish people were watched over by God.
We light the menorah to celebrate the miracle of the oil for the dedication of the temple.
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