toniearly1 asked:
A friend of mine of many years is Jewish. We just recently got back in touch with each other and she now has a small son. I bought him a gift, whether it be Christmas or Chaunuka, just something I would like him to have. I was going to present it as a Christmas gift from a friend and I figured his Mom could explain the different cultures but my Dad (Italian) said it’s not appropriate yet my neighbor (Jewish) says it’s fine. Does anyone know the proper protical for this situation?
A friend of mine of many years is Jewish. We just recently got back in touch with each other and she now has a small son. I bought him a gift, whether it be Christmas or Chaunuka, just something I would like him to have. I was going to present it as a Christmas gift from a friend and I figured his Mom could explain the different cultures but my Dad (Italian) said it’s not appropriate yet my neighbor (Jewish) says it’s fine. Does anyone know the proper protical for this situation?
I would talk to the childs parents about it first.
you know its all about love
good luck
To be on the safe side, don’t say it is for anything. Just, here is a gift for your son is fine. Personally I wouldn’t mind, I’ve already explained to my son that other people celebrate different things because their religion is different and that WE don’t celebrate those things, but someone else might feel differently about it.
I’m Jewish; the only Jew in my school.
I never take offense to Christmas gifts because, hey, I happen to live smack dab in the middle of the Bible Belt.
I’m sure your Jewish friend, will, like me, appreciate the gift. It’s the thought that counts.
i think it should be a chanukah gift personally
answer mine?
well, I say that if they are Jewish and you know that fact, then you should label the gift a Chanukah gift. Why would you give a Jewish child a Christmas gift? Believe me, all our kids know the difference between Chanukah and Christmas- parents don’t have to explain it too much except to help our kids get through the hype at this time of year that they aren’t a part of. I am a nanny to 2 Christian kids and I give them Christmas gifts… that would be like me giving them Chanukah gifts- for why? They have very liberal and wonderful parents and I keep them for the night for one night of Chanukah with my family which includes my 3 grandkids…. they love the traditions and enjoy lighting the menorah, eating Latkes and yes, getting a small gift that night. BUT, Christians get Christmas gifts and jews get Chanukah gifts- simple! Hope this explanation helps
If he’s Jewish, give him a Chanukah gift, not a Christmas gift.
It’s nice of you to think of him. I’m glad you got back in touch with your friend.
There is NO problem with non-Jews giving gifts/presents to Jews on Hanukkah; however, Jews should give Hanukkah Gelt which commemorates the Temple in Jerusalem.
if they are Jewish i would give it as a chanukah gift
well this year hanukkah and christmas are at the same time. you can just right on the card happy holidays?
give him a Chanukah gift, not a Christmas gift.