What are your favorite Hanukkah traditions? | Happy Hanukkah! As I write this, it is the 8th and last night of Hanukkah. The menorah is glowing sending beams of light straight into my heart.One of the Hanukkah traditions is that the final day of Hanukkah is called Zos Hanukkah, “This is Hanukkah.” It is only on the final day of Hanukkah - when all eight days and lights have been actualized and lit - that we say: “This is Hanukkah.” It's a very powerful day for prayer and focusing on your dreams and goals. One of our family Hanukkah traditions is to participate in the Hanukkah parade. It's so inspiring to see a hundred or more menorahs shining in the parade. It's so much fun to inspire smiles and cheers from the people along the streets, stores and restaurants as we wave with Jewish pride shouting, "Happy Hanukkah!" Have you had any special experiences this Hanukkah? Do you have any Hanukkah traditions or stories you'd like to share? Holy Sparks Soul TipsThe state of the world is one of darkness and that darkness affects us. In our world, potential is not enough; we must have actual deeds to effect a change. When our potential is actualized - from our thoughts into deeds - that is when we can point to what we did and say, “Zos – This is what I did.” “This is Hanukkah.” Hanukkah menorahs are traditionally lit with olive oil in small vessels and wicks. When the olive is squeezed, the oil, the essence comes out. The pressures of life squeeze our souls until the essence comes out. We are such small vessels. Our tests are so hard. The darkness in the world seems so great. With the oil of our effort and the light of our faith, G-d will surely take us out of the great darkness of this exile. You are a menorah. Shine your light wherever you go And light up others with it. Another of our Hanukkah traditions is that the candle that we use to light the menorah is called the shamash, the servant. You are like the shamash candle, lighting up others in your little corner of the world with your smile, your faith, and your good deeds. The little kindnesses we do light up so much darkness! You just do your part and G-d will help. You WILL see miracles! |
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Arlene
6/15/2015 02:43:38 pm
Mazel Tov !
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Susan
6/15/2015 02:56:00 pm
Mazel Tov on your birthday, Rae.
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