Category: Hanukkah
A whole week of eating potato pancakes, winning chocolate gelt, lighting candles with family, and honoring the strength of the Maccabees — what could be better? Hanukkah might be one of our most beloved holidays, ...
The Nine Heroes: Joshua, David, Judas Maccabees, 1515-1517. Lucas van Leyden (Dutch, 1494-1533) You’re probably well-versed on the story of Hanukkah, but how well do you know the people behind the Festival of Lights? Unlike ...
Sharing the Light of Hanukkah As we approach the darkest part of the year, Hanukkah arrives to remind us of the enduring power of light. This year, many of us feel a profound darkness — ...
Hanukkah Means Dedication While one might think Hanukkah means festival of lights, the actual translation is “dedication.” Hanukkah celebrates the Maccabees’ victory against King Antiochus around 167 BCE. King Antiochus took control over the Holy ...
