By Will County Gazette |
Dec 7, 2023
Today, on December 7, 2023, the Jewish community around the world celebrates the beginning of Hanukkah. This significant holiday, also known as the Festival of Lights, spans eight days and eight nights, symbolizing the miracle that occurred in ancient Jewish history. As the candles are lit on the menorah, families come together to honor their traditions and rejoice in the spirit of Hanukkah.Hanukkah holds great importance in Jewish culture, serving as a time to commemorate the rededication of the Second Temple in Jerusalem during the Maccabean Revolt. This historical...