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Kindling the Light

As we prepare to light Hanukkah candles, I’ve been thinking about what sustains the flames of Reconstructing Judaism. Supporters like you ensure our light burns bright.

Israeli-Jewish Renaissance: Lights in the Darkness

Writing from Israel during a wave of terror attacks, Adina Newberg finds hope during Hanukkah in grassroots initiatives for coexistence.

Meryl’s Menorah Method: Writing by Candlelight

On the fourth day of

Banish Darkness, Bring on the Light (Hanukkah 5784)

"The hills of Judea howl with anger. My heart burns like the end of a match..."

Light One Candle for Justice with Rabbi Lily Solochek

Each night of Hanukkah we add more light to our menorah, and this year we commit to adding more light to the world as well. In this session, we will reflect on the social justice work that we want to engage in and ground our action in spiritual practice. We will use song, learning and ritual to create intentions for each night of Hanukkah that will guide us in our efforts for justice.

Miracles Welcome

"In the light of the candles / I hope to see a shift from all hatred, / the homecoming of all hostages..."

The Miracle of Oil

"I’m drilling / into darkness / to where the rabbis’ promise / flickers still."

The Reconstructionist Network

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