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Matthew Arnold
First, never go against the best light you have; secondly, take care that your light be not darkness.
Thomas Wilson
It was Eric Gruen, in his
Heritage and Hellenism, who wrote that the Macabbean revolution sparked a process that helped to define Jewish character for generations to come. Their successes led to an increasing drive for Jewish self-esteem and independent status.
Yet, the festival of Chanukah seems to be surrounded by ambiguity and mystery as to its true essence.When it comes to every Jewish festival there seems to be unanimity as to the essence and nature of the celebration with one notable exception.