It is fascinating to think that light is celebrated in most religions as a powerful symbol of divinity, or a god. Hinduism has Diwali, the festival dedicated to the goddess of light. Buddhists have something similar to that. Even in the modern secular civilization in the West, there is enlightenment. It is about equating light to the status of god or replacing god(s).
I love the fact that Hanukkah makes one point clear: God is the maker and the provider of light. He is not the light, but made and gave the light to us.
Here again, Haaretz offers a fun, educational and entertaining piece on how Jews around the world celebrate Hanukkah. Be sure to scroll down to watch and listen to the song at the bottom of the page!
This morning I went to a quite multicultural Shabbat celebration. Hanukiah, Menorah, and many other colorful, fun candles children made were a beautiful reflection of people who were there this morning from all parts of the world.
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