December 14, 2020 by Sally Edelstein · Hidden

Stop with the Christmas Versus Hanukkah. Think Christmas AND Hanukkah

Still true to her Jewish roots, Sally Edelstein recalls the importance of Christmas in her life. In a year of too-much division, embracing both festivals feels right to her.

Sometimes it can feel like Hanukkah doesn’t hold a candle to Christmas.

Eight skinny, little Hanukkah candles can’t begin to compete with vibrating LED Christmas lights that pulsate to the sound of “Let it Snow” to Metallica.

Though the Ten Commandments say you shouldn't covet thy neighbor's wife, there is no explicit directive that you shouldn't covet thy neighbor's holiday. It is no secret that many American Jews are privately envious of Christmas.

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