From Chanukah to Christmas: History, Faith, and the Light of the World - Ep 28

In this episode of Off Topic On Point, we dive into the origins and history of Chanukah—why it began, what it commemorates, and why it still matters today. We explore the biblical and historical backdrop of the Festival of Lights and take a closer look at how Jesus Himself celebrated Chanukah, as recorded in the Gospel of John.

From there, we ask a thought-provoking question: Can you truly understand Christmas without understanding Chanukah? As we connect the themes of light, dedication, deliverance, and faithfulness, we examine how Chanukah helps illuminate the deeper meaning of Christmas and Jesus’ claim to be the Light of the World.

This conversation challenges modern assumptions, bridges Jewish and Christian history, and invites believers to reflect more deeply on how God’s redemptive story unfolds—long before Bethlehem.