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Today in Jewish History: 34 Years Since the Victory in Chabad Library Trial On the 5th of Tevet (Hei Teves) in 1987, the extensive library of the sixth Rebbe, Rabbi Yosef Yitzchak Schneerson, was declared as belonging to Agudas Chasidei Chabad Lubavitch. The U.S. Federal court issued this ruling after a lengthy, highly-publicized trial. The […]
Karlsruhe, Germany, seat of Germany’s Supreme Court and home to some 2,000 Jews, celebrated Chanukah this year, as every year, with distinguished leaders participating in Chabad’s public menorah lighting in the town square. This year, the honor of lighting the shamash (officiant candle) went to Dr. Stephan Harbarth, President of the Federal Constitutional Court (Germany’s […]
As part of ‘Project Flame,’ children collect pledges to do good deeds When Jackie Hamer, a retired high school special-education teacher living in Oxnard, Calif., was approached the first night of Hanukkah at the local Chabad outdoor menorah-lighting by a young child, she wasn’t expecting what she heard. “Will you pledge to do a mitzvah?” […]
Governors found ways to join Covid-safe Hanukkah events, celebrating freedom of religion Despite the difficulties that the coronavirus pandemic has created, the nation’s elected officials found ways to safely continue the Hanukkah tradition of joining public menorah-lightings, many of which took place at state capitols, statehouses and governors’ residences across the United States. Inspired by […]
Organizations step in as pandemic leaves financial victims everywhere For Jews across the world, Hanukkah is a joyous time to spend with family and friends, gathering around the warm glow of the candles as boisterous children run around the house consuming inordinate amounts of treats with the adults clucking in mock disapproval. But for others […]
The word Chanukah in Hebrew comes from the same root as chinuch—education, and, indeed, one of the central messages of Chanukah concerns the significance of education. The Talmud includes discussions and anecdotes underscoring the value that Judaism attaches to education, and the place of prominence it accords the teacher. A. The early sage Rabbi Shimon […]
Tech Tribe event a novel Hanukkah party for people from all over Since Erin Lofties can’t host a Hanukkah gathering in her home this year, she’s attending one in another city … remotely. “It’s a good chance to see what other people are up to, to see how they’re celebrating, and to feel connected again,” […]
‘Festival of Lights’ brings much-needed relief and connection worldwide Every year, a small group of perhaps a dozen hardy Illinoisans brave the wind and snow outside the Grundy County Courthouse in rural Morris, Ill., for a menorah-lighting and brief celebration. This year, 27 people showed up, nearly triple the amount expected. Masked and socially distanced, […]
Making History: 1 Million Jews, 18 Minutes! This Wednesday! Don’t Miss It! Chanukah is celebrated each year by millions of people around the world but for the first time in history, this year it can be celebrated by everyone together. On the 7th night of Chanukah 1 million Jews around the world will make history. […]
An invitation by the city’s leader leads to a muted ceremony In most years, the Eiffel Tower menorah-lighting in Paris is an awe-inspiring event that draws crowds numbering in the thousands and is seen by millions on international broadcasts. But with Paris in the midst of a lockdown and gatherings curtailed, permits for the lighting […]