Many tend to confuse between the Menorah and the Hanukkah lights. Yet, there are substantial differences between the two.

Menorah:

The Menorah is described in the Bible as the seven-branched candelabrum made of gold and used in the portable sanctuary set up by Moses in the wilderness and later in the Temple in Jerusalem. Fresh olive oil of the purest quality was burned daily to light its lamps. The menorah has been a symbol of Judaism since ancient times and is the emblem on the coat of arms of the modern state of Israel.

Hanukkah Menorah

The Hanukkah menorah is, strictly speaking, a nine-branched candelabrum lit during the eight-day holiday of Hanukkah, as opposed to the seven-branched menorah used in the ancient Temple or as a symbol. The ninth holder, called the shamash ("helper" or "servant"), is for a candle used to light all other candles. The menorah is among the most widely produced articles of Jewish ceremonial art. The seven branched menorah is a traditional symbol of Judaism, along with the Star of David.

Credit and more information:

  http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Menorah_%28Temple%29

Menorah Picture Courtesy www.JerusalemShots.com

Silver Hanukkah Menorah.

אור

Differences

הבדלים

Olive

זית

Ceremonial

טקסי

Candle / Candles

נר / נרות

Branch

ענף

שמן

Pure

טהור

איכות