“The miracle wasn't that the oil lasted an additional seven days, but rather that those ancestors lit the first wick at all, without being certain that the light would last long enough to complete the rededication of the Temple. The miracle was that they took the chance, a risk, a leap of faith. They took the first step even though they were not sure they had enough resources to succeed. What is the real miracle of Chanukah? It is the miracle of human courage that empowers us to take risks for the future even in our imperfect, uncertain world. It is the courage, even in the darkest of times, to create our own light.”
– Rabbi Laura Geller
Where are you in this story?
1. When have you been courageous?
2. What prevents you from acting courageously?
3. What about your life would be different if you had more courage?
4. What advice would you give yourself to demonstrate more courage and begin a task, despite uncertainty of its success?