# 2461 Wow! Is That a Real Menorah?

In principle a menorah is not essential in complying with the mitzva of Chanuka, as long as lights are lit in a proper utensil and it is able to stay lit for at least a half an hour.

Therefore, a sculptured ice menorah, that would likely survive several hours and hold in place the glass cups containing the oil or candles could be used. See question 2447, regarding a suka igloo, and 1015 on making or melting ice cubes during Shabbos.

Horav Shlomo Miller’s Shlit’a opinion is similar

Rabbi A. Bartfeld as revised by Horav Shlomo Miller Shlit’a