Pardes Hanukkah Song Companion

Hanukkah is a time we gather with family and friends to celebrate and publicize the miracles manifested for the Jewish people almost 2,200 years ago in the Land of Israel. Each night, as we light the candles in our homes, we bring more light into the world — both physically and spiritually. Music and song play a central role in this celebration: some are part of our sacred liturgy, while others have become beloved traditions around the holiday table.
In this companion, we’ve brought together a selection of eight Hanukkah songs, some familiar and some lesser-known. A song for each night of the holiday! True to the Pardes spirit, we invite you to engage deeply — with the words of each song, their textual and historical contexts, and the layers of meaning they hold. You’ll also find QR codes linking to lyrics and tunes, so you can sing and learn along.