Hanukkah means Dedication. It is the story of how a small band of Jewish rebels called the Maccabees fought against an overwhelmingly powerful imperial force.
This is one of the most baffling passages in Scripture. Jacob, who is alone, wrestles with a man and then says, “I saw God face to face and yet my life was spared.”
Consider the greatness of the Fathers. They were prophets, great prophets! God spoke to them. They heard His voice. And He wasn't ashamed to be called their God. How great are our fathers!
Seven branches - seven lights. Seven is significant. Seven is a recurring number in Scripture. It is associated with completion and perfection.
Peter said to Yeshua, "Rabbi, it is good for us to be here. Let us put up three shelters (sukkot)—one for you, one for Moses and one for Elijah."