The events surrounding Hanukkah, the Festival of Dedication, are found in the Apocrypha. It is rooted in Jewish history during the time when Alexander the Great wanted to Hellenize the world. At the same time, the Emperor Hadrian changed the name of Judea to the Greek Palestine in order to expedite the destruction of the nation and people of Israel.
Category: Feast of Dedication – Hanukkah
Modern Maccabean Revolt
Today, the same deceptive battle rages. It could be called the modern Maccabean revolt because it is a rebellion against modern-day Greek and Roman ideologies that have created a religious system contrary to Biblical truth and its spiritual and historical foundations.
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Hanukkah Account (Apocrypha)
“Then Judas and his brothers and all the assembly of Israel determined that every year at that season the days of dedication of the altar should be observed with gladness and joy for eight days, beginning with the twenty-fifth day of the month of Chislev.”
Lamb Chops Hanukkah Special
Sheri Lewis’ “Lamb Chop’s Hanukkah Special” (VHS) was one of my children’s favorite videos. Lamb Chop, Charley Horse, and Hush Puppy were always entertaining with their quips and antics and sibling rivalry – and only lasted eight days! To add a little fun to your holiday and a lot of “Jewish style” from a great…