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From Alexander to the Hashmonaim: The Historical Roots of Chanukah

Speaker:: Dr. Jill Katz
Date:: December 21 2011

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Chanukah

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Dr. Jill Katz, Ph.D., discusses the historical background of the Greek culture.

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