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One of the oldest symbols of the Jewish faith is the menorah, a seven-branched candelabrum used in the Temple.
www.jewishvirtuallibrary.org/jsource/Judaism/menorah.html

The Seven Branched Menorah: An Evolving Jewish Symbol
During the wanderings of the Children of Israel through the desert, the artisan, Bezalel, the son of Uri, was commanded to fashion a seven-branched candelabrum or menorah, for use in the Lord's Tabernacle.
www.jhom.com/topics/seven/menorah.html

Symbolism of the Menorah
The Menorah, too, represents Torah, but it symbolizes Torah She'baal Peh the Oral Law, the companion of the Written Torah.
tehilimhotline.org/chanukah_symbolism.asp

Online Menorah - Torah.org
Chanukah: Basic Concepts and Laws, Candle Lighting Blessings, All About Chanukah.
www.torah.org/chanukah.html

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