shammos
/ˈʃɑməs/
noun
- Alternative spelling of shammes; the candle used to light the other candles on a Hanukkah menorah.
- He lit the shammos and then used it to light the first Hanukkah candle.
- We always place the shammos in the center of the menorah.
- The shammos burned brightly as it passed its flame to each of the other candles.
- Alternative spelling of shammes; a sexton or caretaker of a synagogue.
- The community respected the shammos for his quiet dedication.
- The shammos unlocked the doors of the synagogue every morning.
- As shammos, he made sure the prayer books were neatly arranged.
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