“We have focused on the miracle-thing and I think we often overlook the message of Hanukkah. To me, the core of the holiday is the cleaning of the temple.... The accomplishment was in restoring the temple to the purpose for which it was built. Now think of the temple as a symbol. Perhaps it represents my life. The world has tried to use me for its own (perhaps good, but none-the-less extrinsic) purposes. But now I can rededicate myself to my own original purpose.”
Quote by Ralph Levy
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Ralph Levy
Ralph Levy was an American film director known for his works in the mid-20th century. His films were celebrated for their light-hearted style and profound insights into human nature. more
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