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jezra t1_j10fhqg wrote

Reply to comment by citytiger in Menorah lit inside Capitol in Harrisburg by citytiger

what was Harrisburg like in 2nd century BCE?

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citytiger OP t1_j10hoci wrote

Thats not the point here. A menorah is not a religious or holy object per Jewish teaching.

Hanukkah commemorates what I explained above.

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Mclovinintheoven t1_j12aa8t wrote

would anyone of a faith other than jewish want a menorah in their home?

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citytiger OP t1_j12dpfi wrote

The capitol is not a residence.

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SolaVitae t1_j12xb67 wrote

I don't think that's the point he was making

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Mclovinintheoven t1_j14g2fb wrote

How is having a religious symbol in the Capitol not s violation of the 1st amendment? And yes, everyone except some jews apparently view it as a religious symbol p90

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citytiger OP t1_j14kt9m wrote

If there is a Christmas tree too its not a violation. If its not erected with government money its also not a violation.

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drahcirm t1_j10p48z wrote

By other interpretations, it was commanded of Moses by God on Mount Sinai to make a very particular lamp... but it's not a religious symbol. Understood.

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fortpro87 t1_j1152tw wrote

That’s a wholly different candelabra

There are several differences between the two, notably adornments and amount of candle holders

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