Chanukah: Eight Nights of Light, Eight Gifts for the SoulThe goal of this book is to peel away the outer layers of Chanukah, the wrapping paper if you will, and reveal a profoundly rich, spiritual core to the holiday. Chanukah is about the awesome subtleness of life. It's about how little things can make a profound difference, about discovering the soul in the flame, the soul in everyday life and the power of the soul in Jewish history. This book enables you to: - Transform your relationship to Chanukah by clearly explaining the history, themes, traditions and prayers of the holiday. - Transform your family experience into a shared adventure of discovery, learning and connection to a rich heritage. |
Contents
The Grinch Who Stole Chanukah | 13 |
Eight Questions People Ask About Chanukah | 31 |
Nights of Light Gifts for the Soul | 57 |
Copyright | |
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