Articles written by Rabbi Tzvi Nightingale

Rabbi Tzvi Nightingale, Aish Hatorah Resources|Dec 13, 2019

What is the essential philosophical difference between the Greeks and the Jews? Over two thousand years ago a battle ensued between the Jewish nation and the Greek empire that culminated in the retaking and dedication of the Temple and the continuation of its service. Chanukah is from the Hebrew word for “dedication” denoting this historical victory. The clash was not as simple as good guys versus bad, for in addition to the fight with the Greeks there was an internal conflict within the Jewish people as well. It was the first time in history t...