Hanukkah Theology

What Eastern European Jews Did on Christmas

A day to play games and avoid Torah study.

Defining Hanukkah: Assimilation

Acculturation versus assimilation, a question for Jews then as now.

Defining Hanukkah: Pluralism

Hanukkah represents the struggle to follow one's values and religion in a pluralistic world that often demands uniformity.

Hanukkah Themes and Theology

Beyond the parties and gifts, what the Festival of Lights is all about.