Chanukah is often described as the “Festival of Lights,” but its deeper meaning can sometimes get lost behind familiar rituals and stories. This year, I wanted to step back and ask a simple question: what does Chanukah really celebrate? In the video below, I explore Chanukah through classical Jewish sources, focusing on Jewish identity, cultural encounter, and the challenge of remaining rooted and visible in a broader world. Rather than comparing Chanukah to other holidays, t

Just because something is temporary, doesn't mean it isn't holy.