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Volodymyr Zelensky Kindles Menorah in Ukraine’s Presidential Palace

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky celebrated the start of Chanukah this evening in the presidential palace in the capital city of Kyiv. Taking the wax shammash helper candle in his hands, Zelensky, who is Jewish, himself kindled the first lamp on the silver olive oil menorah.

‘Let There Be Light’: First Night of Chanukah 2023 in Photos

This year has seen a surge in public Chanukah displays and Jewish pride, with many more individuals planning to light their menorahs in visible places, such as their doors or windows, with more confidence and resolve than ever before. During these eight days, Chabad-Lubavitch will reach an estimated 8 million Jews—more than half the worldwide Jewish population.

“What Is Hei Teves?”

On Hei Teves, we celebrate the victory of Agudas Chassidei Chabad in the trial over the Seforim from the Rebbe’s library, but a deeper examination of the Rebbe’s Sichos and approach to the entire story makes it clear that the significance carried in this episode was much more than met the eye.