We’ve come to similar conclusions regarding this holiday. We use it a a “remember the history” of that time as I think that gives really good context to the time period that Yeshua came into and the Jewish leadership response to him. We also like to focus on the rededication of the temple…and our own bodily temple. It’s also a great excuse to make latkes and donuts 👏🏻☺️
Shalom! I also am a follower of Yeshua and follow Torah. I appreciate your perspective on Hanukkah. You’re absolutely right that the Bible doesn’t mention the Hanukiah, it’s a tradition established by the Rabbis to honor the miracle of the oil during the time of the Maccabees. While the Hanukiah is a tradition, it’s worth noting that the festival of Hanukkah itself is also a tradition rather than a biblical commandment. Hanukkah commemorates the rededication of the Second Temple and the miracle of the oil, events rooted in Jewish history rather than direct biblical instruction. The Bible does, as you mentioned, talk extensively about the Menorah, emphasizing its role in the Temple and the importance of not altering or desecrating it. The Hanukiah, by contrast, is not used for Temple purposes but serves as a commemorative symbol to honor the traditions associated with the festival such as the eight days that the Menorah remained lit. I’m encouraged to see others celebrating Hanukkah and walking in Torah, choosing to embrace God’s word and leave behind pagan traditions. Wishing you and your family a joyful and blessed Hanukkah season. Shalom!
@@gijon305 thanks for sharing! The Bible does talk about Hannukah and how Yeshua celebrated it! Not specific instructions but just that it was observed by Yeshua!
@@x-mess thanks I got it on Amazon. This one has a weird size for candles though so I got another one as well. I actually have the one I got in my Amazon store www.amazon.com/shop/hopeunfading
I am a messianic Jew, and the Maccabees 1 and 2 are not in KJV, nor are they in the Hebrew Bible, but they are in the Catholic Bible. Curiously, the Jewish faith still follows that Feast of YHVH. The oil in the chanukkiah shows and represents the miracle that Yeshua performed for cleansing the Temple. There are Chanukiahs that only have a "star of David"on them. I don't quibble about it being the 'Star of Remphan' because satanic stars are usually 5 pointed and upside down, just as the broken cross that Jesus was crucified on is now called a 'Peace Sign' to blaspheme His resurrection. I have shabbat candle sticks that are plain silver for the same reasons you mentioned. This is all my take on it, and of course, the Ruach haQodesh will tell you in your journey with Him. Abba bless you in b'shem Yeshua ha'Mashiach. Amen.
Bless you thank you for sharing your take on things. I don't use a Catholic Bible but I have and read certain apocryphal books as the Holy Spirit leads. The six pointed star has been a pagan symbol for a long time, it represents the elements and as above so below. If you Google as above so below star you will see them come up. I just choose to stay away from them but by all means, you do what you believe is right for you.
Shalom-I get you are indicating you are not by birth a Jew/Hebrew however, once in covenant with the father and a follower of Christ/Messiah you are no longer a Gentile, you are Israel (grafted in). Shabbat Shalom!
We’ve come to similar conclusions regarding this holiday. We use it a a “remember the history” of that time as I think that gives really good context to the time period that Yeshua came into and the Jewish leadership response to him. We also like to focus on the rededication of the temple…and our own bodily temple.
It’s also a great excuse to make latkes and donuts 👏🏻☺️
@@nataliedvirnak8949 awesome! Thanks for sharing!
Shalom! I also am a follower of Yeshua and follow Torah. I appreciate your perspective on Hanukkah. You’re absolutely right that the Bible doesn’t mention the Hanukiah, it’s a tradition established by the Rabbis to honor the miracle of the oil during the time of the Maccabees. While the Hanukiah is a tradition, it’s worth noting that the festival of Hanukkah itself is also a tradition rather than a biblical commandment. Hanukkah commemorates the rededication of the Second Temple and the miracle of the oil, events rooted in Jewish history rather than direct biblical instruction. The Bible does, as you mentioned, talk extensively about the Menorah, emphasizing its role in the Temple and the importance of not altering or desecrating it. The Hanukiah, by contrast, is not used for Temple purposes but serves as a commemorative symbol to honor the traditions associated with the festival such as the eight days that the Menorah remained lit. I’m encouraged to see others celebrating Hanukkah and walking in Torah, choosing to embrace God’s word and leave behind pagan traditions. Wishing you and your family a joyful and blessed Hanukkah season. Shalom!
@@gijon305 thanks for sharing! The Bible does talk about Hannukah and how Yeshua celebrated it! Not specific instructions but just that it was observed by Yeshua!
Nice menorah! Where did u get yours?
@@x-mess thanks I got it on Amazon. This one has a weird size for candles though so I got another one as well. I actually have the one I got in my Amazon store
www.amazon.com/shop/hopeunfading
I am a messianic Jew, and the Maccabees 1 and 2 are not in KJV, nor are they in the Hebrew Bible, but they are in the Catholic Bible. Curiously, the Jewish faith still follows that Feast of YHVH. The oil in the chanukkiah shows and represents the miracle that Yeshua performed for cleansing the Temple. There are Chanukiahs that only have a "star of David"on them. I don't quibble about it being the 'Star of Remphan' because satanic stars are usually 5 pointed and upside down, just as the broken cross that Jesus was crucified on is now called a 'Peace Sign' to blaspheme His resurrection.
I have shabbat candle sticks that are plain silver for the same reasons you mentioned.
This is all my take on it, and of course, the Ruach haQodesh will tell you in your journey with Him.
Abba bless you in b'shem Yeshua ha'Mashiach. Amen.
Bless you thank you for sharing your take on things. I don't use a Catholic Bible but I have and read certain apocryphal books as the Holy Spirit leads. The six pointed star has been a pagan symbol for a long time, it represents the elements and as above so below. If you Google as above so below star you will see them come up. I just choose to stay away from them but by all means, you do what you believe is right for you.
Shalom-I get you are indicating you are not by birth a Jew/Hebrew however, once in covenant with the father and a follower of Christ/Messiah you are no longer a Gentile, you are Israel (grafted in). Shabbat Shalom!
@@inkeduped5005 Amen!