Antisemitism as a Wake-Up Call: Turning Darkness Into Jewish Light
Rabbi Yitzchak Botton
In a powerful and emotional reflection, this talk explores how rising antisemitism — while evil and painful, has unexpectedly awakened Jewish identity, courage, and spiritual purpose. Drawing on the symbolism of Chanukah, the menorah, and the soul’s inner flame, standing openly as a Jew today may itself be an act of redemption, transforming darkness into light and bringing the world closer to Mashiach.