As I mentioned in a previous blog, the four books of Maccabees do not mention the miracle which we celebrate as the main theme of Hanukkah: The oil canister that lasted eight days. … Continue readingThe Miracle of Hanukkah
The Real Hanukkah Story
Here is a fairly good video Docu-Drama about the real story of Hanukkah, based on the Books of Maccabees 1 & 2. … Continue readingThe Real Hanukkah Story
Readings for Thanksgivukkah #1
I was looking for something appropriate to read at the once-in-a-lifetime combination of Thanksgiving and Hanukkah dinner.The letter George Washington wrote on Aug. 18, 1790 to the Jewish Congregation of Newport fits perfectly. … Continue readingReadings for Thanksgivukkah #1
Readings for Thanksgivukkah #2
The second reading I chose for the once-in-a-lifetime combination of Thanksgiving and Hanukkah dinner were two poems by Emma Lazarus. … Continue readingReadings for Thanksgivukkah #2
Most ridiculous editorial in NY Times
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