The Special Significance of the 8th Day of Chanukah

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A day of transcendence, hope, and prayer. 

Let’s Daven for a brighter more peaceful world 

May the hostages come home safely and there be peace in Eretz Yisrael and in the whole world, Amen 🙏 

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A Deeper Dive into the Depths of the Dreidel

B"H More than just a game 🕎 

The dreidel tells a story of courage, faith, and miracles

a timeless reminder of the Jewish spirit and connection to Torah, our land, and our mission to bring light to the world. ✨

#Chanukah #JewishHistory #LightUntoTheNations #judaism#spirituality #wisdom #personalgrowth #torah #hashem#zionism #israel #dreidel #dreidels

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Loving Others for the Light of Who They Are

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Chanukah candles remind us of a profound truth: just as we appreciate their light without expecting anything in return, we can learn to value people simply for who they are.

Every soul is a spark of Hashem, intrinsically worthy and deserving of unconditional love. Let’s bring more closeness, connection, and appreciation into the world.

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The Real Meaning of the Menorah

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✨ If your chanukiya is shining brightly in your home today, you’re making a powerful statement about who you are.

The heroism of the Maccabees wasn’t just about keeping the flame of the Jewish people alive—it was about reminding us of our mission.

Every Jewish home is a microcosm of the Temple, a beacon of light meant to illuminate the world. 🕎

So as your candles burn, let their glow inspire you to shine your unique light, spreading warmth, faith, and hope far and wide.

Chanukah #LightUpTheWorld #JewishTradition #ChanukahMiracle #Judaism #Israel #Zionism #Torah #Hashem

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Being a Maccabee is Being Grateful

The spirit of gratitude we cultivate during Chanukah is something we’re meant to carry with us throughout the entire year.

Rabbi Nachman teaches that these days of gratitude give us a glimpse of the world to come. When we allow ourselves to truly feel gratitude deep within our souls, we draw closer to Hashem in a profound and personal way.

The more we practice this, the more we’ll feel surrounded by divine light—a light that not only uplifts us but radiates out to those around us.

Let’s embrace these 8 days and beyond as a time to thank Hashem for His endless blessings.

Wishing you a joyful and light-filled Chanukah! 🕎✨

#spirituality #jewishpositivity #jewishwisdom #chanuka #chanukah #gratitude

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The Jewish Encounter with Greek Life

Antiochus sought to impose a worldview where the physical world was disconnected from any divine or spiritual purpose. 

To him, there was no room for the idea that the material and spiritual are interconnected-that the physical world itself reflects the infinite light of Hashem ✨.

The Jewish story stands in direct opposition to this notion. 

It is a story of bridging the seen and unseen, of recognizing that the source of all existence is transcendent yet present in every detail of creation. 

We see this so clearly in the way Judaism emphasizes sanctifying the physical, transforming mundane actions into acts of divine connection and meaning.

Chanukah reminds us that light, even a small flicker, has the power to illuminate profound truths: 

that the physical world isn’t separate from Hashem’s light but is an expression of it. 

This is our story, and it continues to shine through the ages

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Should Jews Hide Their Chanukah Candles?

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**It is deeply sad when the darkness of Jewish hate leads to the hiding of Jewish light. Regardless of how public we are with our Judaism, we must continue to shine our light, at least for ourselves and our families. **

We must keep the Aish Tamid, the eternal flame burning 🔥**. **

Shabbat Shalom

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A Jewish Mindfulness Mantra to Help You Live in the Present

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I want to share with you 3 special words that can pull you away from the world of distraction and disconnection, and bring you back to the gift of the present moment, where Hashem’s presence is truly found.

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Shabbat Shalom is More Than a Greeting

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On the surface, Shabbat Shalom is a warm and polite greeting on our holy day of rest. But it is so much more profound. Shabbat Shalom is a springboard towards accessing deeper levels of serenity and tranquillity. It creates a calmness that can warmly envelop your Soul and bring an end to argumentation. Shabbat Shalom 💕

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The Best Way to Be a Jewish Influencer

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Shalom friends 💙

While preparing this video, I saw a beautiful short story from Jewish Educational Media (JEM) about the Lubavitcher Rebbe zt’l.

In conversation with a couple who asked how they can ensure that their children grow up to be moral and righteous individuals, the Rebbe replied: 

“You and your wife must act that way at home and show your kids an example of how you would like them to act. If you teach one way but act otherwise, they won't learn anything.”

This video is a commentary on that story and I hope it teaches a key on how to be a Jewish influencer.💕

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