Lights: The Miracle Of Chanukah

It's designed for children - but with a hidden message for discerning adults. This short animated story follows the adventures of a little girl and boy in ancient Judea in the time of Greek (Hasmonean) rule. The story is exciting, but not scary, for little ones.Adults should be able to understand that the dancing lights from Torah are Yiddishkeit (Jewishness), and that it is our resistance to assimilation that has kept us alive for thousands of years, with the help of the Almighty.Thoroughly enjoyable for all ages!

Excellent dvd about Chanukkah for 4-6 or even 8th grade if it is followed by discussion to raise questions of assimilation, being yourself, finding the value in Judaism. Good for class or Youth Group or Shabbaton, (if you use electricity, otherwise a Havdalah program during Chanukkah).

We'd had this on (mono) VHS for years; now on DVD. This cartoon tells the story of the Hellenist Greeks, their culture, & their inability to dim the spark of Jewish holiness and connection to G-d. Clever animation, especially of the Hebrew alphabet, gets even toddlers involved in the story. Well worth showing to kids of all ages at Chanukah.

This video is a valuable tool for teaching Chanukah to children and those new to the faith as well. Thanks!

Lights was first brought to my attention by my daughter's second grade hebrew school teacher. Produced approximately twenty years ago, it stars the voice of Jewish actor Leonard Nimoy "Spock" of Star Trek fame and other famous Jewish actors. Our Rabbi's wife wanted this DVD as well as my family and friends.

It's nice to have something for my son to watch over the holidays that's not about Christmas. ALthough it's not Rankin and Bass, it is a lovely, animated show.

Not very interesting. Kind of boring. Did not stress more significant events about the holiday. Not enough music or any holiday songs

Lovely movie ,my son really like it he watch it over and over thank you so much.