what is the jewish christmas called

The Jewish Christmas equivalent is called Hanukkah. Hanukkah is a Jewish festival of lights that lasts for eight days and celebrates the victory of the Maccabees over the Greeks in 165 BCE. The holiday commemorates the rededication of the Second Temple in Jerusalem and the miracle of the oil that burned for eight days, despite being only enough for one day. Hanukkah is observed by lighting candles on a menorah, playing games, eating traditional foods, and exchanging gifts.