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by Jeff Jacoby

Chanukah was established to commemorate the very opposite of cultural assimilation.

by Rabbi Shraga Simmons

Jews observe a holiday for eight days in honor of the historic victory of the Maccabbees and the miracle of the oil.

by Rabbi Shimon Apisdorf

The number eight transcends the natural world

by Rabbi Avi Geller

Insights from the Midrash and contemporary sages.

by Rabbi Shimon Apisdorf

It's fun to take part in the shopping season, but is "gifting" a part of Chanukah?

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1.Chanukah Songs_

Click on the song titles to hear Rebbe Alter sing Chanukah favorites!
2.Popular Favorites

Sing along with these classic Chanukah tunes!
3.The Purim Story

Is Purim just a fun-filled dress up holiday? Or is it something more? Perhaps it's a flip-flop, upside-down, full of surprises kind of day...not at all what you'd expect.
4.The Holiday Card

A small Chanukah miracle for a lonely Jewish soldier in Iraq.

1.This is Your Light

Examining the Jewish contribution to Western civilization. With a Chanukah tie-in.
2.The Chinese Bamboo

An uplifting Rosh Hashana tale.
3.Twas the Night before Chanukah

An animated Chanukah poem for all ages
4.Just Jew It

One boy learns what Chanukah is all about. Based on a true story.

1.Star of David

From the Holocaust to the Israeli flag, what is the deeper meaning of this six-pointed Jewish symbol?
2.Beshert

How to really find your soul mate.
3.Life after Death

What matters most is maximizing our life before death.
4.How To Get Your Prayers Answered

Do you feel like you're talking to a wall when you pray? Here are five key tools for getting your prayers answered.