The first night of Hanukkah 2020 is December 10, and this year more than any other is a great opportunity to take extra time to teach your family about the Jewish holiday that celebrates the power of light and miracles.

“Hanukkah” means dedication in Hebrew, and the Jewish holiday, also known as The Festival of Lights, represents joy. It’s punctuated by an eight-night display of dancing flames atop candles held in intricate menorahs, conveying warmth, comfort, and in Hanukkah’s case, a miracle.

As the Catholic half of a Judeo-Christian interfaith couple, I’ve learned a lot from my family members about Jewish holidays.

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Holly Rizzuto Palker

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