This 'Festival of Lights' begins today, and a candle is lit on a candelabra known as a 'Menorah' every day for the next eight days.
I was very pleased to celebrate this 'First Day' at Number Ten. To an accompanying children's choir, Chancellor George Osborne lit the candle - alongside the Chief Rabbi of the United Kingdom. In the Jewish tradition, donuts and smoked salmon rolls abounded.
It was a wonderful way to mark Chanukah - I felt very honoured to be in Downing Street. This is an important festival and celebrates the survival of the Jewish people against the odds.
The Prime Minister has also sent a message wishing a Merry Chanukah to all. You can read it HERE.
You can see more details about Chanukah HERE.
