The Jewish people love a good party, and they know how to throw them! Many of their feasts and festivals are marked by revelry and good times. However, January 1 is not that way. Some will celebrate, but for many, it holds no special distinction. Why is that…and why miss a perfectly good opportunity to party? For starters, …
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While Christians continue to bask in the afterglow of Christmas, our Jewish friends are enjoying Hanukkah, one of the most joyous festivals for the Hebrew people. The celebration of light began at sundown on December 25 this year, and will conclude at sundown 8 days later, on January 2. Hanukkah is a very interesting story …
Hi friends! As we get closer to Christmas and Hanukkah, some Israel-loving Christians ask, "Should we celebrate Christmas or Hanukkah?" In brief, Christmas season is all about the birth of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. That should be a constant celebration, but particularly at this time of year! Hanukkah is a Jewish festival of …
Hey friends, did you know the gift-giving seasons of Hanukkah and Christmas intersect this year? As Christians, we celebrate the birth of Jesus our Lord this coming Wednesday as families gather, gifts are given and received, and a joyous time will be had by all. Meanwhile, on that very same day, the 8-day Jewish feast …
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