Are you prepared to unearth the profound spiritual energy that the Festival of Lights, Chanukah, brings forth? Join us, as we engage in a deeper understanding of each holiday and the significance of mitzvahs, which are not simply religious rituals, rather, they are the building blocks of our relationship with God. As we prepare our hearts to light the Menorah during the special days of Chanukah, we'll aim to become worthy vessels receiving divine light.This journey will take us into the heart of each mitzvah, where we'll discover an unexplored inner light and power. We'll tease out the essence of Chanukah and why it demands more than a passing familiarity, but rather a dedication and commitment akin to nurturing a deep and loving marriage. Expounding on our sages' teachings, we will strive to perform one mitzvah in its absolute perfection. Finally, we delve into why the 25th word in the Torah, light, makes Chanukah such a powerful day. Equipped with these insights, may we all become radiant vessels of divine light for the world this Chanukah.This episode (#247) of the Jewish Inspiration Podcast by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe is dedicated in Honor of Bill & Lili Stern and our Holy Soldiers in the Battlefield and our Torah Scholars in the Study Halls who are fighting for the safety of our nation!****To listen to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: https://linktr.ee/ariwol

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