Communities Celebrate Second Night of Hanukkah

Communities across the United States celebrated the second night of Hanukkah with public menorah lightings and festive gatherings. In Pearl River, New York, Rabbi Chaim Zvi Ehrenreich emphasized the message of light triumphing over darkness, encouraging kindness among attendees. Meanwhile, in San Diego, Rabbi Zalman Charlebach highlighted the importance of public celebrations in the face of rising antisemitism, stating that communities should combat darkness with light. Similar sentiments were echoed in Fargo, North Dakota, where Rabbi Yonah Grossman urged the community to spread kindness amidst challenging times. Celebrations also took place in Doral, Florida, and San Luis Obispo, California, where community unity and tradition were central themes of the events. Hanukkah, lasting eight nights, serves as a reminder of resilience and hope within the Jewish community.