[John O]

For those of us who have fallen behind, what are the exact dates of Hanukkah and is they a brief background link. I know I've read it before but a reminder is always a good thing. After all Christianity arose out of Judaism and all the Jewish holidays should still be significant to Christians.

[Forte Runningrock]

"After all Christianity arose out of Judaism and all the Jewish holidays should still be significant to Christians."

No they shouldn't be, and aren't. There is no duality to these celebrations. Jesus brought us a new covanant one which we are to follow without exception.

[Yaelle]

Here is the story of Chanukah: click here

It starts this year on the night of December 25th!!

[familyop]

"For those of us who have fallen behind, what are the exact dates of Hanukkah and is they a brief background link."

I'm not Jewish (so corrections welcome), but here's a link to the current calendar (24 Kislev through 2 Tevet, 5766 - December 25 through January 2).