Hanukkah Gelt
Hanukkah begins the evening of December 4. Light the first candle on time.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is gelt?
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Gelt is Yiddish for "money". It can refer to real money or tasty chocolate wrapped in gold foil. It symbolizes the coins made by the Hasmoneans after their victory over the Greek Syrians, representing political freedom and the rededication of the Temple. Today, the tradition continues with chocolate coins, often used in the game of dreidel, and serves as a way to teach children about tzedakah (charity) by encouraging them to give a portion of their gelt away.
Why is gelt significant to Hanukkah?
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Gelt is Yiddish for "money". It can refer to real money or tasty chocolate wrapped in gold foil. It symbolizes the coins made by the Hasmoneans after their victory over the Greek Syrians, representing political freedom and the rededication of the Temple. Chocolate gelt is often used in the game of dreidel, and is also as a way to teach children about tzedakah (charity) by encouraging them to give a portion of their gelt away.
Do you stock kosher gelt coins?
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Yes. Our Hanukkah gelt, and that includes our milk chocolate gelt coins, are Kosher-certified and made with Kosher OU Dairy. Please refer to the individual item for the kosher certification.
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