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Why Hannukah? PDF Print E-mail
Monday, 17 January 2011 20:59

Part One:  The Rambam explains the holiday, but many misunderstand him.  His message differs from the Tur's. 


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Part Two:  Megillath Taanith provides reasons for celebration aside from oil.  The Jews could have lit the menorah with impure oil.


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Part Three:  Why we say Hallel on Hannukah and not on Purim.  The meaning of nase, often translated as "miracle." 

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