The festival marked by the lighting of the menorah in Jewish tradition is called Hanukkah. This eight-day celebration, also known as the Festival of Lights, commemorates the rededication of the Second Temple in Jerusalem and the miracle of the oil that lasted eight days despite being sufficient for only one. Families celebrate Hanukkah by lighting the menorah, adding one candle each night, and reciting blessings. The holiday also includes playing dreidel, eating traditional foods like latkes and sufganiyot, and exchanging gifts. Hanukkah emphasizes themes of resilience, faith, and gratitude, making it a significant time for communal gathering and reflection within the Jewish community.