What is the Jewish version of Santa?

Hanukkah Harry
Hanukkah Harry is portrayed on the show as a variation upon the modern-day image of Santa Claus, with a beard characteristic of a male adherent of Haredi Judaism, and with his hat in blue with white edges (the colors of an Ashkenazi Jewish tallit, or prayer shawl, shared by the flag of Israel).

At what age should you tell your child there is no Santa Claus?

There isn’t a right or wrong age to tell kids the truth. Instead, take cues from them and their understanding of the world. Usually, somewhere between the ages of five and seven kids begin to think a little more critically.

Who brings Christmas presents in Israel?

It’s a longstanding custom among Christians in the West Bank and Israel, as well as in neighboring Lebanon. Baba Noel (Father Christmas), as Arabs call him, is driven around town to bring kids the gifts their parents bought them.

Where does Hanukkah Harry live?

According to him, Harry now really (just go with it) visits Jewish households on each of the eight nights of the holiday and now uses a Volvo pulled by a team of lawyers instead of donkeys. He spends the off-season in Florida.

What do you say when your child asks if Santa is real?

What to do when kids ask ‘Is Santa real? ‘

1. Ask why they’re asking.
2. Ask what it would mean to them if he were real or not.
3. Let the child lead.
4. Talk about the spirit of Santa.
5. Advise them to be kind to other believers.
6. Lie to prevent tears.
7. Lie again to avoid feeling like a liar.
8. Give kids too much information.

How do Israelites celebrate Christmas?

Special Christmas services are held throughout Israel in Christian Churches along with Christmas concerts, markets, bazaars, parades, services and events. The town of Nazareth lights up with Christmas lights and outdoor markets celebrating both Christmas and Hanukkah.

What do countries call Santa Claus?

Father Christmas
Names for Santa Around the World