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Kislev (Noun)

Meaning

The third month of the civil year; the ninth month of the ecclesiastical year in the Jewish calendar (in November and December).

Classification

Nouns denoting time and temporal relations.

Examples

  • Kislev is the month when Jews gather to light the Hanukkah candles and exchange gifts.
  • The first night of Hanukkah usually falls in late Kislev, which often coincides with late November or early December.
  • In the modern Hebrew calendar, Kislev is typically 29 or 30 days long, depending on whether the preceding month of Marheshvan has 29 or 30 days.
  • Kislev is considered a festive month due to the miracle of the oil that occurred during the rededication of the Temple in Jerusalem.
  • In some Jewish traditions, Kislev is seen as a time for renewal and spiritual growth, with an emphasis on faith, hope, and charity.

Synonyms

  • Chislev
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