Chanukah: Renewal
Renewal:
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This same theme, dispelling the viewpoint that the universe was governed solely by natural phenomena, is indicated by the requirement that the Chanukah Menorah be kindled in full public view while people are still walking outside, or as expressed by the Gemara, “Ad SheTichleh Regel min Hashuk”, (Shabbos 21b). This requirement is not only setting a time limit
for the mitzvah's fulfillment but is also suggesting the need to eliminate, (SheTichla, suggests) habitual behavior (connotation of Hergel) from our lives. |
Excerpted from Days of Joy: Sfas Emes
Ideas and insights of the Sfas Emes on Chanukah and Purim.
Ideas and insights of the Sfas Emes on Chanukah and Purim.
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