The lighting of a 22-foot menorah is a centerpiece of the celebration, embodying the universal message of Hanukkah: to bring light into a dark world.
GENESEE COUNTY, Mich. (WJRT) – As the holiday season unfolds, the first night of Hanukkah coincided with Christmas this year for the first time since 2005, creating a unique opportunity for celebration and reflection among communities.
Rabbi Yisroel Weingarten, co-director of Chabad House of Eastern Michigan, said, “It’s very seldom that they correspond together.”
“As we progress through the holiday, we continue to increase our light,” he said. “We don’t just leave it on the candelabra; we must bring that light with us through our actions.” The menorah lighting serves as a reminder to spread cheer and goodness during this festive time.
This year’s celebration is particularly poignant against the backdrop of ongoing conflict in Israel. “Unity, freedom, and tradition is always the focus,” Rabbi …