One of my favorite activities during the Chanukah season is to read 2 Maccabees 7 about the mother and her seven sons, all who were slaughtered rather than disobey God's Commandments. Few there are today who would give up their life rather than break one of God's commandments.
After listening to this a 2nd time and writing to you Kevin. I don't believe we are supposed to be observing Rabbinical tradition just to keep the Rabbis who don't believe in Yeshua from stumbling
@@perfectwordTV many of the leaders in the ministries in Israel do so that they won't cause the Rabbis who have yet to believe in Yeshua from stumbling. I don't believe we need to light any candles to dedicate our hearts and minds and souls to Yeshua everyday as we serve HIM.
Shalom and blessings Kevin. Thank you for another very edifying BCP. I noticed during my early walk with Messiah Yeshua that Chanukah was turning into a Messianic form of Christmas, with just as many mans traditions. I've stayed clear of the traditions but I do love the historical story of defending the Torah. HalleluYah. Sabbath blessings to you and all the family. David (UK)
I don't celebrate Hanukkah, but this is a great teaching, especially the conclusion. The true meaning of any holy day/holiday should always be the focus of celebrating it. That's the whole point of having the holidays to begin with.
We read the book of Maccabees. We are still reading book 2. My daughter is fascinated at 14 years old as she has part Jewish roots. Maybe she will throw out her Greek mythology book. Yes, hannakuh is questionable but we celebrate in place of Christmas. May God be the judge. Listening. I often wonder if those 8 days happened. I have heard it said it is in the book of Maccabees and waiting to read it there. The book prepares us for end time events.
Hello, thank you for your teaching and your perspective. I especially like your pointing out the inconsistency of celebrating Chanukah with candles versus a lamp... My Atheist perspective on this holiday (for whatever it is worth) is that since it begins on the 25th of Kislev it starts a few days prior to a new moon at the waning crescent moon phase and normally (longer if Kislev includes a leap day) ends a few days post new moon at the waxing crescent moon phase during the darkest and dreariest time of the year with little to no moonlight... . What a Great time of year for a holiday celebrating lights! Thanks again!
One of my favorite activities during the Chanukah season is to read 2 Maccabees 7 about the mother and her seven sons, all who were slaughtered rather than disobey God's Commandments. Few there are today who would give up their life rather than break one of God's commandments.
That’s an incredibly moving and inspiring passage. Agreed.
Teach us to walk in Your ways. NOT in the ways man.
I only recognize the last day, when the altar was dedicated, i rededicated my love n life to YAH n Yeshua
After listening to this a 2nd time and writing to you Kevin. I don't believe we are supposed to be observing Rabbinical tradition just to keep the Rabbis who don't believe in Yeshua from stumbling
I don’t either. Has someone suggested this to you?
@@perfectwordTV many of the leaders in the ministries in Israel do so that they won't cause the Rabbis who have yet to believe in Yeshua from stumbling. I don't believe we need to light any candles to dedicate our hearts and minds and souls to Yeshua everyday as we serve HIM.
Shalom and blessings Kevin. Thank you for another very edifying BCP. I noticed during my early walk with Messiah Yeshua that Chanukah was turning into a Messianic form of Christmas, with just as many mans traditions. I've stayed clear of the traditions but I do love the historical story of defending the Torah. HalleluYah. Sabbath blessings to you and all the family. David (UK)
Thank you, David! Shabbat shalom!
I don't celebrate Hanukkah, but this is a great teaching, especially the conclusion.
The true meaning of any holy day/holiday should always be the focus of celebrating it.
That's the whole point of having the holidays to begin with.
It’s not a commanded High Holy Shabbat that is to be remembered forever❤️🙏
We read the book of Maccabees.
We are still reading book 2. My daughter is fascinated at 14 years old as she has part Jewish roots. Maybe she will throw out her Greek mythology book. Yes, hannakuh is questionable but we celebrate in place of Christmas. May God be the judge. Listening. I often wonder if those 8 days happened. I have heard it said it is in the book of Maccabees and waiting to read it there.
The book prepares us for end time events.
Thank you Kevin!!! Shabbat Shalom from Corpus Christi Texas ✡️🕎✝️🇮🇱 love this!!!
Thank you, Michele! Shabbat shalom.
This is great, thankyou! I am going to have my daughter listen to this tonight, before we read the rest of Maccabees 2!!! Subscribed!
“Righteous rebellion…” 🙏🏻
Hello, thank you for your teaching and your perspective. I especially like your pointing out the inconsistency of celebrating Chanukah with candles versus a lamp... My Atheist perspective on this holiday (for whatever it is worth) is that since it begins on the 25th of Kislev it starts a few days prior to a new moon at the waning crescent moon phase and normally (longer if Kislev includes a leap day) ends a few days post new moon at the waxing crescent moon phase during the darkest and dreariest time of the year with little to no moonlight... . What a Great time of year for a holiday celebrating lights! Thanks again!
Shabbat Shalom, Geoffrey family!!!! Many blessings, much rest! (PS. love the new magnet)
Shabbat shalom, Nancy!
Shalom and blessings Nancy. I see you in the comments every time I leave Kevin a comment. A Sabbath blessing from across the pond. David (UK)
@@DTH1661 David, we have been followers and supports of Perfect Word for quite some time. Shabbat Shalom to you across the pond!!!
@@Dragonflies08 Thank you Nancy. Every blessing.
Hallelujah. Amen!🫶🏻💙🇮🇱💙🙏🏻
Amein.