In the Beis Hamikdash long ago
The beautiful Menorah lights would glow
With olive oil they burned throughout the night
To show to all the Torah way of life.
Then once the wicked Yevanim came
They broke through walls, they put out the flame
And when the Kohanim (priests) finally returned
They found no real pure oil left to burn.
Just then someone cried out “I found a flask!”
For one whole night this little jug will last
Then came a miracle, oh so great
Instead of just one night, it lasted eight.
Just then someone cried out “I found a flask!”
For one whole night this little jug will last
Then came a ness (miracle) so great
We light the candles, come let’s celebrate.
by: Rebbe Alter