The topics in the chapter: The Story of Ĥanuka and its Lasting Impact, The Greek Empire and Its Decrees, The Hasmonean Revolt, Crises in the Hasmonean Dynasty, Lasting Spiritual Accomplishments, The Oral Torah: The Light That Illuminates the Darkness, Thanksgiving and Enjoyment, Lighting Ĥanuka Candles, The Candles, Where to Light, When to Light, Lighting in Synagogues and at Public Events, Tu Bi-Shevat: New Year for Trees.
The Story of Ĥanuka and its Lasting Impact
The Greek Empire and Its Decrees
The Hasmonean Revolt
Crises in the Hasmonean Dynasty
Lasting Spiritual Accomplishments
The Oral Torah: The Light That Illuminates the Darkness
Thanksgiving and Enjoyment
Lighting Ĥanuka Candles
The Candles
Where to Light
When to Light
Lighting in Synagogues and at Public Events
Tu Bi-Shevat: New Year for Trees
