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- noun (Judaism) an eight-day Jewish holiday commemorating the rededication of the Temple of Jerusalem in 165 BC
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Simon B, on Yom Kippur I should think not, but surely during other days of channukah? on December 17, 2009 at 8: 57 pm pc hawkeye
It’s That Time Of Year Again « POLICE INSPECTOR BLOG Inspector Gadget 2009
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I wish all of you a happy christmas and a joyous channukah, coupled with the wish for a better2009 especially for those who post so bitterly. it is so good to see so many of you of both faiths joining in the spirit of these festivals.
On Thursday, the Legg report will be published along with... 2008
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Last night I had someone ask if they could wish me "happy channukah, or merry christmas, or blessed be it's all over, whichever you celebrate."
various & sundry: civility in the modern age...and some (justified) incivilty on my part suricattus 2005
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Thank you for this FAB channukah present Mr. Mobius.
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Rational Review 2009
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Geneen Roth: How To Avoid Binge Eating During The Holidays 2009
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Mort Gerberg: The All-Jewish Cartoon Collection: Hanukkristmas 2009
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Samara O'Shea: New Year's Cards Are the New Christmas Cards 2009
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