Today is the first day of Hanukkah. The root of the word "hanukkah" is "dedicate". This Jewish festival of lights celebrates the rededication of the holy temple in Jerusalem after many years of oppression. Though the story is part of the Jewish tradition, the message of hope is universal:
Yours the message cheering,
That the time is nearing,
Which will see all people free,
Tyrants disappearing
In honor of the first day of Hanukkah listen to Community Singers performing Maoz Tzur at the Charlotte Folk Society's holiday potluck dinner with Shlomo Snir singing the solo.
