• Why Do We Play Dreidel? The Complicated Origin of Hanukkah’s Favorite Game

  • Dec 26 2024
  • Length: 12 mins
  • Podcast

Why Do We Play Dreidel? The Complicated Origin of Hanukkah’s Favorite Game

  • Summary

  • Playing dreidel is a staple of Hanukkah, but one origin story has a major plot hole in it. And it’s possible the game wasn’t even invented by the Maccabees. This is the story of how Hanukkah’s favorite game became so popular.

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