Arsen Ostrovsky: Religious freedom as a universal message of Hanukkah – Although a uniquely Jewish story, the lessons of the holiday apply to everyone, irrespective of individual faith or background. | JNS.org

(December 9, 2020 / JNS) On Thursday evening, Jews around the world will begin the eight-day celebration of Hanukkah, one of the most beautiful and meaningful holidays in Judaism.
Although Hanukkah is a uniquely Jewish story, its lessons about the importance of preserving our religious freedom are universal, irrespective of individual faith or background.