The Macedonian Conquest, Maccabees, and the Menorah | The Jewish Story | Unpacked

[@DanielPe322]

When you contemplate everything our ancestors went through it’s Astonishing to proudly say: here we are thousands of years later still faithful to our religion and thriving.

[@rK-em4yy]

How faithful The God of Abraham is to His covenant❤️

[@itsytyt5192]

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[@barbarastewart8066]

Absolutely real..you kept your tradition as instructed and culture and people most successful. And you are not asking for reparation. You worked, studied and earned...

[@yossibendovid7607]

@@barbarastewart8066 Israel gets reparations from Germany for the holocaust. So that's only partly true but thank you vary much.

[@wtfisgoinon3068]

Thriving on stolen land

[@masuganut2082]

I am Catholic and came here knowing virtually nothing. Thank you so much for the detailed explanation. Happy Hanukkah 💙

[@Sadie-Thomson]

Thank you!! Merry Christmas ❤

[@masuganut2082]

@@Sadie-Thomson thank you ❤️

[@rskimmet]

Remember Catholics do have 1 and 2 Maccabees in our Bible!! Richard from Simi Valley, Ca

[@masuganut2082]

@@rskimmet thank you. It’s actually my goal to read through it! Thank you for the information! ❤️

[@ליאלרובינוב-ר8ס]

Finally, an episode that's not just religious but historical

[@MastemaJack]

Religion is history

[@ליאלרובינוב-ר8ס]

@@MastemaJack religion is fiction

[@MastemaJack]

LOL no its part of history. You can't teach history and not talk about religion. @@ליאלרובינוב-ר8ס

[@MastemaJack]

People alive around the time of Jesus do mention him in writing.@@ליאלרובינוב-ר8ס

[@beckyann8389]

Yeah I know right? That was cool!

[@LamLawIndy]

One thing to remember is that the Revolt was not just a war of liberation from the Seleucid overlords: within THAT war was also a civil war but between hellenizing Jews -- who wanted accommodation & acculturation with the Seleucid Empire -- and faithful Jews, who wanted to preserve their faith & culture. Americans can see an analogy with our own Revolutionary War, though the analogy is imperfect, of course. The 13 Colonies eventually sought independence from a larger hegemon, but there were thousands of Loyalists in the Colonies who supported the Crown & took up arms. The Battle of Kings Mountain is perhaps the best-known of these engagements. The point is that -- within larger wars for autonomy -- there were bloody civil wars between neighbors, friends, and families.

[@BWhit-ni5uc]

So funny you take biblical history as actual historical facts 😅😅😅

[@rickintexas1584]

This was a great synopsis. I have read the stories of the Hasmoneans many times, but never really comprehended it. This video was super helpful.

[@petrifiedpops]

Serious, how could you not like this. Exceptionally well done as an intelligent overview that both delights and invites further study.

[@alansizer3875]

I did course at a Christian bible college years ago and where we had a lecture on this. Your presentation was really terrific. Thank you

[@richlopez4466]

Read 1 Maccabees and 2 Maccabees in the Old Testament.Some Eastern Orthodox have 3 and 4 Maccabees too

[@VictorLepanto]

@@richlopez4466 1 Maccabees is such a fun book. Truly exciting, astonishing no one has ever made a movie of it. Has something to do w/ the U.S. being mostly Protestant. As far as Jews, it seems most of them only hear about Hanukah.

[@Riverflowbythefield]

Why did u have a lecture on Jewish history if your a Christian?

[@tylermartin799]

instablaster...

[@abdulmalik_al-habeshi]

@@richlopez4466 And ethiopians and Eritreans have their own 1 2 and 3 ethiopic Maccabees in their Old Testament.

[@franciscolaureano7703]

Excellent rundown. I’m orthodox and we do have Maccabees and we do celebrate them every year. I was raised in Puerto Rico and we studied the Maccabees and there was even a mini series on TV. It’s an amazing history. ☦️

[@OvranoPhanekh]

I'm here as a protestant who converted to Orthodoxy and finally reading Maccabees and understanding Hanukkah. The Maccabeans are saints in our Church!

[@justaperson3641]

God bless you and Im reading 1 maccabee. And I got so emotional. Fantastic story. Very relevant to this day

[@ArjunaLionsWhelp]

VERY.

[@elil.severe8207]

yes,though so isnt canon

[@scottmccormick2138]

It might give people ideas.

[@FunctionalityOverFeelings]

@@elil.severe8207 the whole bible is Israel history so yes it is cannon, man doesn't get to decide what should or shouldn't be included in the bible, we ought to obey god not man, the word says curses are given to those who take away or add to the scriptures, there's a reason for that.

[@lennybolo]

I haven't seen such detailed and accurate explanation of hanukkah for a long time.thank you so much.

[@mariocisneros911]

Me too . Thank you for giving myself and many others this wonderful, interesting story

[@elcabo4557]

You don’t have an annotated bible?

[@doricashu4984]

This channel deserves more subscribers !!

[@edgardobanting9649]

6:25-6:28 - I would like to respectfully point out that Maccabees 1 and 2 may not be canonical to some Christian denominations, and I can’t speak for the Jews, but both books are canonical in the Catholic Church and included in the Bible. Thanks for the informative and entertaining vid!

[@Rotisiv]

There are many apocryphal texts which the Church doesn’t include in the canon but they’re nonetheless pretty interesting such as the book of Enoch and Tobit..etc. I have a Bible at home which include all apocryphal or none canonical texts.

[@cluny]

My reprint of King James version of 1611 has the Apocrapha as that. Between the Old and New testaments. I assume because that is how Jeromes Vulgate was transmitted. Catholic biblies Ive seen today have books of Apocrapha shuffled in with Tanakh.

[@patrickm1]

Maccabees isn't in the Tanakh though, which is what she was referring to.

[@axiomaticidioms3857]

​@@patrickm1right... And the churches outside of Catholicism would have been translating from the Tanakh. I kind of don't understand why they don't include the 1,2, etc Maccabees but I understand why they didnt include Judith and some others because they were wrote significantly long after those incidents would have actually happened.

[@tiggergolah]

The lesson the Maccabees teach us is this. When tyranny forces on you the choice of submit and do wrong, or fight back and risk death, do not ask yourself "Can I win?" Whether we win or not does not matter. If you believe in life after death, the only question you need to ask yourself is, "If yielding is wrong, what other choice do I have but to resist no matter the cost?"

[@bother2adapt]

Very appropo for all of us right now with tyrants telling us they will rule us worldwide. The forced jabs - a test. Soon our religious beliefs no doubt.

[@steviewax]

Excellent clear exposition in keeping with the values of Judaism and one cannot but help see the relevance to the present day. Chag SameACH!

[@gerardacronin334]

Having been raised Catholic and just recently visited Israel in my 60s, I have come to appreciate the complexity of history in the region. I had the privilege of visiting the Old City of Jerusalem during Shavuot and although the crowds were overwhelming, it was a very exhilarating experience. I enjoyed the video and will replay it to catch some of the facts that I missed.

[@marbanak]

I am a Torah-Observant Gentile, and a follower of Yahshua.. Every year at this time, I try to learn more about the amazing Maccabees. Thank you so much for this excellent telling of the story.

[@SouthernSilverExchange]

Do you think its possible the Maccabe bloodline is still walking the Earth??

[@marbanak]

​@@SouthernSilverExchange yes, it's possible, but proving would be difficult.

[@donaldhlebert55]

Thanks!

[@marshaweisberg7396]

As a Jew I found this video concise and historically accurate. Chag Chanukah 🕎

[@soulfoodforthought9225]

🤣

[@thetruthofyah7021]

If you are not a black man from west Africa you are a Joke. We are the real Jews

[@laurijohnson1959]

@@thetruthofyah7021 its funny if a white person would of said somthing like that they would have people jumping down their throat but any other race can state thier thuoghts .

[@adekakwandi2741]

@@thetruthofyah7021 As a west African I disagree. Stop taking other people's history. God loves and has a plan for us all but you can't insert yourself in someone else's history. Semitic Jews from the bible didn't morph into Bantu west Africans.

[@thetruthofyah7021]

@@adekakwandi2741 am sorry you are one of those who think they are Jews , you have been brain washed.

[@revisitingchristianity7138]

You are interesting to watch. History mixed with your sense of humour in between makes this video fantastic.

[@-haclong2366]

Alexander III of Macedonia: *Dies* Macedonian generals: "¿Can we have your empire?" Alexander IV of Macedonia: 👶🏻 Macedonian general: "We'll take that as a yes, now let's fight each other."

[@ManoverSuperman]

Antigonus: “Hey! Why do I get the smallest piece?!”

[@gingerpowell1194]

I loved your presentation! It was not only full of information but full of passion!! The way of telling the history helps others to remember it! Thank you

[@MessianicJewJitsu]

One of my favorite time period to study. This video was great. Thanks to all involved

[@saudahapu8519]

Shabbat shalom my dearest messianuc Jew.. Your explanation increased my knowledge about the history of Jews before Yeshua Lord the Messiah and when walk in Jerusalem and when He death on the cross!

[@reppepper]

“The gymnasium replaced the temple as the Mecca of the area.” I found that line amusing.

[@crom9011]

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[@behmkathy53]

I love your site. It has been invaluable in my teaching of the Bible. You are thorough yet concise which is the teaching style I like and implement!

[@catherinewilliams6384]

Thank you for posting this video. I read 1 Maccabees last night but needed the visual to help cement the timeline.

[@lisakelly4446]

How fun you made it to learn this history!!! Great job!!

[@misciline1998]

Excellent narration and execution of event: I only wish there are more animation, they are very interesting and helpful. Great work guys !

[@ZukoMbewu]

Chag Sameach!! :-) I loved this retelling of Daniel 18:14.

[@kaibrendes5255]

Since when does Daniel have 18 chapters?

[@ZukoMbewu]

@@kaibrendes5255 You mean that you would like to know if I was mistaken by typing 18? Sure, I was. I meant 8:14.

[@adventureswithrick8032]

Wonderful video! I’m going to use it tonight as I’m closing out our Bible study from the book of Daniel

[@comedyveep]

Great Video. I teach Ancient history and bible class at homeschool campuses. I am going to share this video. A lot of my fellow Christians have no idea why their new testament is written in Greek.

[@jaynenord101]

The New Testament was written in Hebrew first. 🙏

[@ethanmcclain7570]

@@jaynenord101No it wasn't. No part of the New Testament was ever originally written in Hebrew.

[@bettyk8105]

Fantastic! Chanukah explained, and so well too! I will now light the candles better informed and with more pride. Thank you!

[@beckyann8389]

Yeah that was cool

[@DennisCNolasco]

God bless you all brothers and sisters 🙏

[@winniferdcameron8608]

I am from Jamaica from the other day God putting this on my heart I should celebrate this holiday I notice on these times of the year something always happens to millions of people

[@talknight2]

What I learned from the comments on these videos is that a lot of very non-Jewish people are obsessed to an unhealthy degree with proving or disproving Jewishness. The world is weird, and most things humans believe bear only accidental resemblance to reality.

[@notataco4203]

Thank you bro I m Jewish and iv noticed a lot of trolls online

[@CharlesSibbald]

I love the naration, I wish this could be converted into a modern 'Game of Thrones' style book for my kids

[@sjappiyah4071]

Such an inspiring story

[@mrscaldwell3147]

Thank you for teaching us/me about the history of Hanukkah...who knew so much history untold over the centuries; makes me sad that a lot of others today could care less and turn away from God's rich history or won't take the time to learn why things are the way they are today!! Heck I don't know my family history myself so brought up in the Christian faith which is a good things as well...Jesus was raised Jewish! He celebrated with family and friends Jewish traditions...I hope you all and all your loved ones have a wonderful celebration. Watching from Colorado.

[@elishevaborenson4609]

Wonderful. Very informative. Concise and precise.. Lovely narrator.

[@memoriesofmychildhood7297]

Great documentary.Never stop teaching.

[@raymondisfunny]

thank you so much, i learned a lot from this video. really well done.

[@UNPACKED]

Thanks!

[@shevetlevi2821]

Many of you will know this but you tell the difference between a dreidel/ sevivon (a 4 sided children's top for a spinning game) made in Israel vs. one for outside of Israel by the substitution of one of the 4 lettters. In Israel the sevivon will have the letter NUN, GIMEL, HAY, PE for Ness Gadol Haya Po meaning a great miracle happened here. Outside of Israel instead of PE it will have SHIN for Ness Gadol Haya Sham meaning a great miracle happened there.

[@bonniejoyce4782]

Thank you and very interesting and love history . Prayers and hugs 🙏❤️😊

[@stuffandnonsense8528]

Great little summary. Thank you.

[@nicholascittadino5888]

That was so insightful. You are very funny too. Thanks so much!

[@karmayt8956]

I found a Maccabee metal so I wanted to know what it was about. Thanks for the history lesson.

[@anthonydf2003]

Great break down sis ❤

[@regalwrapsbytamika4184]

Excellent

[@rodag1408]

I am catholic, and I loved the in depth story telling thank you for taking me through the trip❤❤

[@christopherbarber5283]

I guess this is my life now; learning about Jewish history for some reason on a Saturday morning

[@thetruthofyah7021]

You are learning my history the real Jews are black.Jeremiah 14:2 [2]Judah mourneth, and the gates thereof languish; they are black unto the ground; and the cry of Jerusalem is gone up.

[@Riverflowbythefield]

@@thetruthofyah7021 oh my..this is embarrassing can u read Hebrew? Bc the original says "אָֽבְלָ֣ה יְהוּדָ֔ה וּשְׁעָרֶ֥יהָ אֻמְלְל֖וּ קָֽדְר֣וּ לָאָ֑רֶץ וְצִוְחַ֥ת יְרֽוּשָׁלִַ֖ם עָלָֽתָה" the word that u refer to as 'black' is the word קדרו which is not the word for black in Hebrew which is שחור or shachor the word קדרו is a word that meant to describe weather or a person mood it's means to be gloomy to darken or to become sad not literally the color black it doesn't even make sense in the context of the verse there is so many more correct translation yet u still choose the most misleading/ incorrect one just so it could fit your narrative 💀

[@thetruthofyah7021]

@@Riverflowbythefield this is yedish not the peloe Hebrew that the real Hebrews speak and write.

[@HaawaMaxamed-g1l]

​@@thetruthofyah7021another lying 🤥

[@davidrollins528]

Fantastic presentation. Thanks!

[@anthonyjat1964]

Its interesting that latkes and sufganiyot (sorry for spelling error) are consumed during Hanukahh because those are traditionally Ashkenazi foods and I guess would have been different from the cuisine that existed in Judea during the first millenium BC.

[@debbiewhitman5455]

The story of the Maccabees is horrifying. Why was it taken out of the canon? Because its reality? It feels like we are watching it unfold again in our lifetime. The world wants us to conform and will stop at nothing.

[@PapaGabo]

If I’m not mistaken, the Catholic and Orthodox canons are the only ones to keep the first two books of the Maccabees 1 and 2. The Protestants removed the Maccabees because they based their biblical canon off the Jewish Masoretic texts that were newer than the Hellenic Septuagint which also didn’t include them. I’m not sure why the Masoretic Bible (or other Jewish texts) doesn’t consider them deuterocanonical but instead apocryphal. Any one know more about the reasoning for this?

[@KayramirCF]

I think it was more of them being conceived on a period when Jewish culture was very hellenistic they were not originally written in Hebrew but in Greek this and other books taken out of the protestant bible are like this. This I think is the reason those Jewish texts didn't have em they just had originally written Hebrew

[@Sam-fp8zm]

yeh the torture in it is brutal. interesting that antiochus repented at the end of his life.

[@TylerLarew]

Maccabees is in the Catholic and Orthodox translations of the Bible, just not the Protestant translations. So when she said that maccabees isn’t in the Bible, that’s not entirely correct. It depends on which translation you read.

[@amd9592]

The story of Maccabees and many apocryphal texts were removed from different denominations like the Protestants versus the Catholic and Orthodox because there was no hebrew text equivalent to be translated from, only Greek. the King James Version for example, would only translate those which had both greek and hebrew text to translate from and many had not print those texts to "save paper" due to the cost of print. The Catholic church includes those chapters as deutorcanonical because they still hold a lot of wisdom Like "Ecclesiasticus"or (the Book of Sirach), and the "Wisdom of Solomon".

[@abelsoo5465]

The Jews, despite their small numbers, outlasted all the empires that tried to subjugate them. That's an incredible feat of survival.

[@mandiclapper4651]

Thanks for so much detail! My kids and I found it truly educational.

[@marshallsilva9389]

Yes Alexander the Great spared Jerusalem letting all Jews who dwelt there live after conquering Egypt without bloodshed. Isn't it glaring such magnanimity of the world's greatest conquerer is entirely missing from Jewish scripture, when w snap of his fingers Jerusalem would have been annihilated...how did Hebrews fail to record this????

[@aaronhauptman7833]

Actually it is well recorded in most Jewish historical accounts and religious texts such as the Talmud.

[@achsahkaleb4844]

Well presented video. Chag Sameach Hanukkah. From South Africa

[@TheHebrew]

Great job. Good presentation.

[@rodneyhorrell]

Thank you for great presentation of the Bible's 'silent years'. Some other points I would like to add is that God actually protected the Temple when Onias was High Priest and a general tried to rob the 'tithe' monies and the Jewish people cried to God for help and 3 angels appeared as the general tried to rob the temple and they resisted him and whipped him to an inch of his life. So the general never tried that again. The reason why the angel's, who had restrained thieves and ultimately 'gentile' desecration of the temple, didn't restrain Antiochus when he showed up is because Onias' brother Jason bribed Antiochus IV with money for the position of High Priest and 'apostate' the whole priesthood and followed the ways of the Greeks. This is why God never defended the Temple when the abomination of desolation was set up. This pattern is also mentioned by Paul the Apostle in 2 Thessalonians 2 as it will again play out in a similar manner when the 'antichrist' appears and is defeated by the coming of the Lord Jesus Christ. Also references: Matt 24, Mark 13 verses.

[@louisb5563]

FANTASTIC delivery of this information🤘😎👌. Great presentation indeed...so good that I just subscribed! 👍

[@UNPACKED]

Welcome aboard! Glad to have you here :)

[@beckyann8389]

Even though I celebrate Christmas, I think that story was cool

[@my2cents49]

@Karen Stead if you believe what you typed you jnderstand that the new testament isn't compatible with the Tanakh and that it isn't an "old testament" because no new one ever replaced or superceded it. That's an important point to recognize if you're still seeking the truth about our religious histories. But most people don't have the wherewithal to go that deep into the journey.

[@ZviJ1]

@Karen Stead We Jews know that sacrificial offerings do not atone for all sins, nor are they irreplaceable when we have no ability to build and sacrifice on the big altar on the Temple Mt. This is why we substitute prayers for such offerings as written in Hoshe`a 14, especially on the yearly Day of Atonement. Don't presume to teach others about our religion, seeing as you're clearly not too knowledgeable.

[@ebriggs3498]

You are right, it is cool. But, if there were no events of Hanukkah, then there would have been no birth of Yeshua/Jesus, the Messiah, 400 years later! Many Christians celebrate Hanukkah, and have dumped pagan Christmas trees & Santa, because the true meaning behind the holiday is based on “refusing assimilating to the pagan culture around you.”

[@ZviJ1]

@@ebriggs3498 The first Ḥanukah event occurred just 164 years prior to the birth of the man *you* consider the Messiah.

[@patrickdeckdoctorokeano9146]

Bravo! this was one of the best summaries produced. At the center of the disagreement, as Maccabees clearly impresses to the reader was a deviation from the sanctity of יהוה and the covenant ברית. This seemingly is a jewish issue as the Roman and Greek law would have bearing on the decision of the Sanhedrin. And this where the story gets interesting. As you mentioned, Judaism managed to succeed over both Greek and Roman mythology. But Judaism was already a divided sect beyond the Pharisees and Sadducees. The Birth of Zionism was the core of the Judaic split. This remain in the background of world history without nary a witness testimony for nearly two thousand years. Yet in 1897 it reappeared and this time is was going to fail. Hanukkah is more than simple commentary on a rededication of the temple. It was either fulfillment of divine providence OR it was an act of self determination. ( as we would see later on in history) Either way, this may be the only celebration in modern Judaic tradition where jewish agreement is universal.

[@samthurgood]

This is excellent, thank you!

[@marshallsilva9389]

She also forgets to mention Jewish king Alexander Janaeous having 800 Jews from Gaza crucified before his court while having dinner looking on, while their entire families throats are cut before each of the 800 being crucified... a little more Jewish history for you

[@mariarichman1479]

Thank you for these facts so clearly explained

[@freyatilly]

Very good. Loved the talk through style.

[@kirangade4252]

waw. Love the way you keep us interesting with your in detail explanation

[@pdppdp3854]

Neat breakdown of the history!! well done!!

[@michaelangileo2760]

Thank you so much, I learned a great amount from the video. Excellent! God bless you.

[@angie6636]

Thank you very much for this video you explained a lot that I did not understand

[@rohangonsalves5338]

Great information mam.... Thank you so much... God bless you

[@-haclong2366]

10:35 Alexandra is a Greek name, the Hellenistic influence remains.

[@mords2]

The name Alexander was Judaized during the reign of Alexander the Great. During a visit, the high priest Simon promised Alexander the Great that all children born to the priestly families that year will be named Alexander. As Jews have a custom to name children after deceased parentage we still have the name in use as a Jewish name to this date

[@chayapickley]

Amoizing!! Truly spectacular! That melodical voice plants the info right into my brain.

[@barbarastewart8066]

You speak so well. Love it...

[@adekakwandi2741]

Great stuff. This period of Jewish history is fascinating. It's interesting seeing how Hellenized Jewish political culture became. I love learning about the Hasmonean kingdom. One question though did the Torah not forbid mixing the two offices of Priest and King?

[@aaronhauptman7833]

As explained in the video, the combining or the priesthood and the monarchy was one of the disagreements between the Pharisees and the Sedducees.

[@paulbuckles7937]

Great overview - I'll be sharing this with my students. It should be noted that a gymnasium, in context, was a school, not simply a gym.

[@TheGrinbery]

Ahh, hanuka. Also known as "the only riot that actually worked"

[@daddyleon]

Does sound like a bit more than a riot.

[@אוהדאריאליופה]

War against assyrians worked...

[@TheGrinbery]

@@אוהדאריאליופה eh, they still destroyed lachish

[@אוהדאריאליופה]

@@TheGrinbery ye but judea won and secured its existance, unlike kingdome of israel...

[@TheGrinbery]

@@אוהדאריאליופה well yeah, until that babilonian guy came about

[@maleavy1]

What a great video. Good work.

[@aaronhauptman7833]

Excellent video as are all of the videos in this series and on this channel. I recommend this channel to all my family and friends. One important comment on something stated in the video; the story about the oil lasting 8 days was made up and added later for political reasons. The miracle of Chanukah/Hanukkah was always that G-d enabled the small number of faithful Jews to defeat the vastly superior foreign occupation troops and reclaim their country, religion, and culture. This obviously would not go over well with the large and powerful empires which controlled both the Holy Land and the Diaspora Jewish communities. Therefore Jewish leaders created the story of the oil lasting 8 days as the miracle of Chanukah/Hanukkah. In the Books of the Macabees it says that after the Temple had been recaptured and purified, the 8 day Festival of Succot and Shemini Atzeret had been missed. So the Macabees celebrated that festival as soon as they were able. They also sent out communiques to all the other Jewish communities outside the Holy Land telling them to start celebrating this 8 day holiday as "Succot in Kislev (the Jewish month when Chanukah/Hanukkah is celebrated)." That is why Chanukah/Hanukkah is celebrated for 8 days. For further proof of what the true miracle of Chanukah/Hanukkah was, the blessings made while lighting the Chanukah/Hanukkah lights and the prayer "Al HaNissim ("On the Miracles)" all refer to the battles and victories of the Macabees and the reclaimation and purification of the Holy Temple, but there is no mention of the miracle of a single vial of oil lasting for 8 days. If that would have been one of the miracles, don't you think it would have been mentioned there?

[@angelafreire9100]

Fantástic apresentation. I'm from Brazil. I'm study Hebrew history. Shalom

[@xj-0494]

Fascinating summary of these post Persian Empire events! Its also worth noting that while these people persevered in thier effort not to repeat the mistakes of the pre desolation era of worship, they were NOT re-establishments of the God anointed Davidic dynasty, of which the Jews heavily connected with the Messiah. The deep reverence for thier worship and attention to their prophets would set the stage for the rise of Jesus and Christianity. Christian theology connects Jesus's lineage to King David through his sons: Solomon, from whom Joseph would decend, and Nathan, from whom Mary would descend. Both of these connections made Jesus the rightful hier to the Davidic Dynasty.

[@McCoysActionKarateAuburn]

Thank you. Nice presentation and reminder of things I had placed in my mental trash can.

[@VictorLepanto]

Fun fact; "GYMNASIUM" means naked place, from the Greek "gymnos," meaning naked.

[@EntreFamiliaAmigosyDios]

I always wondered why the story of the 8 nights of the miracle of the oil is not in the books of the Mccabees, then I found out is not part of the story, is a beautiful legend or tale of the talmud. I dont follow the talmud. So I light up the 8 nights in memory of the 8 days of celebration of Judah Macabee and the rest of his men after restoring the temple and redecorating it...Thanks so much for the summary of the historic awesome event🙏

[@suzannehartmann946]

Also the HIGH priest was supposed to be descended from a specific Levite, Tzadok since the tome of Solomon. By the decree of God: Ezekiel 44:15 But the priests the Levites, the sons of Zadok, that kept the charge of my sanctuary when the children of Israel went astray from me, they shall come near to me to minister unto me, and they shall stand before me to offer unto me the fat and the blood, saith the Lord GOD:

[@ZviJ1]

Absolutely. The Hasmonean ruler Yehonatan, Yehudah's brother, should have brought a scion of the Zadokites back from Egypt and anointed him High Priest. Yehonatan made a huge mistake, to put it mildly, in omitting to do so.

[@ManoverSuperman]

And then came the Christians who set up their messiah figure as both king and high priest lol

[@jmalko9152]

Informative, thank you!

[@sentidocomunvg]

The world's greatest army and empire? of the ancient world? by that time I doubt it, the Seleucids were in decline and were constantly humiliated by the Parthians and the Romans. Anyway, gaining independence was a feat worthy of recognition for a small nation.

[@clifford7]

Clear cultural time table. Historic marks. Hellenistic impact. Religious freedom. Maccabees, feast Hanukkah. Jewish needs.

[@munkittytunkitty]

Brilliant :) Happy Chanukah!

[@jaytrump2537]

THANK YOU AMAZING AND VERRY DETAILED

[@Dreadboi1990]

Interestingly this holiday isn't one commanded by the Most High in scripture. It's more a cultural tradition rather than a direct commandments by Yah.

[@davidschalit907]

The 'Most High' commands the Israelites in Scripture to listen to their elders.

[@manofvision]

@@davidschalit907 Still a tradition of man, not Yah..hence Ashzanzi Jews holding Hanukah in a high regard.

[@davidschalit907]

@@manofvision No, 'the most High' commands the Jews to listen to their elders. Their elders saw the miracle that 'the most High' performed for them, and so they instituted this holiday. In reality, however, it is a minor holiday in Judaism.

[@manofvision]

@@davidschalit907 Anything that the Most High did not institute is a tradition of man period. Most High gives the command the man/ elder, the next generation is to keep the command.

[@YishaiBarr]

@@manofvision There is a command to commemorate miracles.

[@lindaisenegger163]

You make history a delightful journey!....under careful watch likened to a teenager with a new drivers license, made me laugh out loud and scare the dog!!!

[@hjrc746]

Well done and very interesting.

[@UNPACKED]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@barnabastamu5708]

Thank you for making video.

[@bobkrang5007]

I hope you have a "course" on the Jews during the Roman era and the Israelite Kings. From what I have read for a time a very good alliance between Rome, Jerusalem with Julius Caesar and other Roman rulers. Unfortunately, that came to and end because Rome wanted everything their way.....Multiple people in Israel started calling themselves the "Messiah" as a result of the Roman oppression, etc.

[@aaronhauptman7833]

Actually, Unpacked has several episodes that cover this subject. For example, check out episode 15 in this series "Jesus and the Jews" which has an excellent historical review of the relationship between Christianity, Rome, and the Jewish people & community.

[@huehaiscoville-pope940]

I think a series taking us through a year in the life of observant Jews is Israel (recognizing the range of observance) - the holidays and other traditions - would be very interesting.

[@mfernandez5743]

Interesting that the story of the Maccabean revolt is not in the Hebrew Bible but is in the Catholic and Orthodox Bible

[@UNPACKED]

The Book of Maccabees is in a collection of apocryphal writings often called "the external books". They are not part of Canon but they are recognized.

[@jrr2480]

Fun Fact: Jesus Christ also celebrated this holiday 🙏 I think Christians should also celebrate this holiday and there should be a movie about it. The movie should be like a mix of the Ten Commandments and Lord of the Rings.

[@jkherold63]

As a Roman Catholic, we learn about this in Bible study as well as reading the Macabees in our version of the Bible. I understand the Protestant Bible removed certain books from the Catholic text (although I humbly disagree), but I don't get why they remove the Mcabees. They are wonderful historical documents.

[@jrr2480]

@@jkherold63 I agree that surten sections of the Bible was unjustly edited out, including the Mcabees book. I hope more Christian groups will learn about and understand this great pease of history.

[@hermanyosep9864]

Thanks for the explanation...🕎

[@sm.arthur575]

Great piece. Love this

[@dilipniraj6521]

Such nice presentation, impressive