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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Incredible treasury of info, the BEST anthology I've found,
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This review is from: A Different Light : The Big Book of Hanukkah (Paperback)
Whether you are Orthodox, Reform, Conservative, etc...you can't do better than this anthology which provides a collection of essays, photos and historical info covering Hannukah. I thought I knew at least all the BASIC info about Hannuka but this book made me realize I'd just begun to tap the surface of information about this holiday.
From competing ideas about the rituatl of candle lighting, the shared narrative of the Maccabees, Hasidic rebbes and their views,e tc...this book covers it all! There are sections on how Hannukah has been interpreted and celebrated (or not) by various Jewish communities, a collection of historical information, opinions form historians, rabbis, scientist and Kabbalists. There are also profiles of some of the greatest Jewish heroes. The photos and illustrations are excellent and could be used in classes or seminars. Whether you are gathering information for your children or for adults, you should be able to find something to add excitment and valuable info to your holiday celebration. You'll definitely have plenty of ideas to spark conversation and share various opinions. |
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A Different Light : The Big Book of Hanukkah by Noam Zion (Paperback - Oct. 2000)
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