Jews celebrate Hanukkah during the holiday season, which is an 8-day festival that commemorates the rededication of the Jewish temple in Jerusalem. During this time, Jews light candles on the menorah and give gifts to one another. While Christmas is a holiday that focuses on the birth of Jesus Christ, Hanukkah is a holiday that celebrates the victory of the Maccabees over the Greek-Syrians. The holiday is filled with joy, love, and light, and is a time for families to come together and celebrate their heritage.