Dear Readers,
Like many of you, I love the holiday of Chanukah. It is a time of so much joy, festivities and light-filled family gatherings.
Chanukah’s story of salvation also teaches us deep lessons that we can apply to our own lives throughout the year.
Here are eight lessons that I learn from the Chanukah miracles that teach a beautiful perspective on how to live a more meaningful life:
- Few can win over many. It’s not the numbers that are always so significant; it’s the passion and the power of your conviction.
- Don’t conform to popular opinion just because it is popular. Stay true to yourself and your inner values.
- A little light can dispel much darkness. One positive word or one positive action can erase so much gloom.
- Don’t fight darkness; enlighten it by shining the light of truth and purpose. Don’t dwell on negativity or failures; instead, focus on positive change.
- Increase the light every night. Don’t be satisfied with your achievements; keep aiming higher.
- It is not enough to light up one’s own self; light up the outdoors as well. Share your wisdom and good fortune with others.
- When we go beyond our natural abilities, G‑d responds with miracles.
- The Jewish people are a miraculous nation. Despite all those who tried to decimate us, we are here to stay—and to thrive and flourish.
What lessons do you learn from the Chanukah lights? Please share in the comments below.
Wishing you a very joyous, light-filled Chanukah!
Chana Weisberg
Editor, TJW
