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Hanukkah Gift Ideas for 2024

Although it is not a tradition to give presents during Hanukkah, who is stopping you from showing people that you care about them and their customs during the 8 days of this Jewish holiday? Well, the answer is pretty simple, no one is stopping you. But, there is one thing that might make you feel overwhelmed – the number of options you can choose from.

If you found yourself in this situation, fear not, this article can help you! The text below will feature some of the best presents that you can give to the person or people celebrating Hanukkah. Now, these presents can be given to women, men, teenagers, and kids, hence, it should be easy for you to choose something. Let’s take a closer look at the list of gifts:

An Infuser For Sunflower or Olive Oil

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What can be better than getting your friends an olive oil infuser? Well, almost nothing. Before preparing their meals, they will be able to blend their favorite spices and herbs with the olive oil. Another thing that is quite interesting is that it also has measurements, hence, they can pour as much as they need.

A Menorah + A Package of Colorful Candles

To be honest, everyone needs candles in their home and that is why you should purchase handmade Shabbat candles. Opt for a larger package, especially since you will want them to have at least 9 candles to place on the Menorah. A Menorah is an initial symbol of Judaism and it is one of the main items during this 8-day holiday.

This can be an interesting present for younger individuals, who have just started following or learning about their heritage, or for someone that has just started living on their own for the first time. If you are interested in seeing what you can choose, check out the JewishShop for more information.

A Mezuzah That Should Be Placed By The Door

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A mezuzah is a small, paper scroll that Jewish people place on the left side of the inside or outside of their house. If you want to give someone this present, you should know that it is perfect for younger people, individuals that are going to school away from their hometown, as well as for people that have just moved to a different location.

Hanukkah Cookie Cutters That Will Make Learning More Fun

One of the best things that people can get during holiday seasons is cookie cutters – especially if someone has smaller children. Hence, you should find the cookie cutters that are Hanukkah-themed. Opt for one that features a menorah or a specific symbol that is closely connected to Judaism.

By getting this as a present, people with smaller children will be able to teach them about their religion, traditions, and customs while teaching them how to prepare cookies as well. Hence, consider getting this as a present combined with another gift that can be used in a kitchen.

Holiday-Themed Dish Towels

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Now, the first thing that you should know is that the recipient of this gift will appreciate your thoughtful gift, especially since they will need it during the 8-days of this holiday. Of course, the message or the picture should feature some holiday themes – and if you want to make it extra special, you can opt for getting them personalized dish towels.

Sufganiyot Which Are Basically Tasty Donuts

If you were invited to a Hanukkah gathering or dinner party, you can choose to get the hosts a nice box of Sufganiyot which are basically donuts. Now, you might be wondering, where will I find them? Well, there is a big chance that there is a shop that sells them in the city you are living in.

However, if you cannot find the real thing, you can get them a box of jelly-filled donuts that will worth just fine instead. Since this is not an expensive gift, you can choose to pair it with, for example, a nice bottle of wine, which is yet another thing that is traditional during Hanukkah dinners.

A Toy Menorah For Children Who Want to Participate in The Traditions

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Children are small to be around open flames, and that is why you should get them a wooden, toy Menorah that can aid parents with teaching their children about traditions and customs in their family. Hence, parents can encourage their children to “light” the candles on the candle holder by moving a wooden block every night before they go to bed.

A Gemstone Bracelet With Different Meanings

If your goal is to buy something simple, yet with a powerful meaning, choose to get your friend or loved one a colored gemstone bracelet that will represent different things depending on the gemstone you opt for. Some of the choices include giving the stones that represent energy, wisdom, love, balance, and peacefulness.

A Gelt For This Hanukkah

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If you want to surprise the little ones during the celebration, definitely choose to get them Hanukkah gelts. You can gift the “golden” coins to all the children during the celebration, however, you should also give the adults the gelts produced from delicious, high-quality chocolate.

A Dreidel Made From Crystal

Now, the first thing you should know is that you can get a dreidel that is made from plastic, wood, or metal, however, if you really want to go all out with your present, then you should get a lovely crystal dreidel. Of course, this present is not exactly children-friendly, but it is a perfect gift for all the newlyweds out there.

Symbolic Jewelry

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If you want to truly get something special for, let’s say your partner, you can choose to get her or him symbolic jewelry that will feature some of the most common symbols found in Judaism. These symbols can be truly everything, from the Star of David to the Evil Eye symbol that will protect the wearer from bad things.

Conclusion

As you can see, there is a wide range of gifts that you can give to your loved ones during Hanukkah. So, now that you know what you can get them, do not waste any more time. Instead, start browsing brick-and-mortar and online shops in order to find one or several items mentioned in the list above!

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