Letter on the Wind: A Chanukah Tale

By Sarah Marwil Lamstein.

Letter on the Wind: A Chanukah Tale

Description

Despite mockery and laughter from the villagers, Hayim asks the local scribe to write a letter to the Almighty. In it, Hayim prays for oil to light the town's menorahs. The poor man takes his letter to the highest hill and sends it off on the strongest breeze. Hayim's prayers are answered, and the villagers can celebrate Chanukah but many in the town are convinced that Hayim is a thief.Sarah Marwil Lamstein's retelling of this Jewish folktale reminds readers of the first Chanukah and of Mattathias's bravery in protecting his faith. The elegant prose is complemented by Ne...

ISBN(s)

1932425748, 9781932425741

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