What do the Jewish people, a famous carpenter from the Galilee area in Israel, and a Seleucid psychopath all have in common? Hanukkah — they all have something to do with Hanukkah. This fascinating video takes you back in time to 167BC in the heart of ancient Israel. This was the original Hanukkah. You'll learn about the brutal war over the land and the Jewish Temple, and you'll discover the role the famous golden menorah played in the story. These events became the foundation of the Jewish holiday of Hanukkah, a celebration of faith, resilience, and God’s divine involvement in Jewish life. Our survey through history proceeds to cover the Hanukkah tradition in first century Israel. Finally, our journey through history takes us to the present time. Hanukkah remains a significant holiday for Jewish people today, commemorating their perseverance and strength from God to overcome adversity. The resilience of the Jewish people continues to shine—a miracle in the truest sense. This testifies to the unwavering faithfulness of God, who has promised to preserve the descendants of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob forever. Even today, our eyes witness the God of Israel carrying out each and every covenant promise—to the very word. The light of the Jewish people continues strong as a testimony to the world that God is an unwavering Promise-Keeper. Enjoy the video!

00:00 Introduction
00:17 The Story of the First Hanukkah (167BC)
01:36 Hanukkah Tradition in the First Century (30AD)
02:09 Hanukkah Tradition and Meaning Today
02:35 The Jewish Struggle for Survival
03:03 God's Faithfulness to the Jewish People

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