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Rogue-Island-Pirate OP t1_j10ii1c wrote

Reply to comment by MrSneaki in Local Jewish group asks for community support during Hanukkah by Rogue-Island-Pirate

I hope the source I shared with you provides a good start to answering your question.

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MrSneaki t1_j10n55y wrote

Thanks - I didn't initially follow the link, and only read the blurb you quoted in the comment. I think I now understand a little better the history of the practice, at least!

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degggendorf t1_j15exzb wrote

I just saw your comment...that is exactly what I was hoping to learn about, especially here:

> The court ruled against the crèche but allowed the displaying of a hanukkiyah along with a Christmas tree, since the court perceived these to be secular symbols of religious holidays and therefore not an endorsement of any particular religious belief.

I didn't realize that the hanukkiyah was just as secularized as a christmas tree; thank you!

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