Kids Menorahs - Maccabee Menorah - Handcrafted Glass

Five Maccabee brothers stand tall in this Hanukkah menorah. Judas, an excellent military leader, defeated an expedition sent from Syria to destroy him under the rule of Antiochus IV. Having occupied Jerusalem, he reconsecrated the Temple. Hanukkah celebrates this event in history dating back to 165 B.C. The stained glass figures in this Hanukkah menorah are hand cut, wrapped in metal and soldered together as arms and legs are added. Their arms hold the shields of armor with the Star of David. Wire detail is added last for the clothing design, the hair, and the sandals of the warriors. The figures are attached to the glass base and then the zinc rod with the candle holders is added. The nine candle holders are for the eight days of Hanukkah and the shammos candle that lights the other candles each night of the holiday. What a great gift for anyone interested in the true meaning of the holiday of Hanukkah. Size - 11 1/2 x 7x 3"