The Gemara (Shabbat 22b) raises the fundamental question of whether one fulfills the mitzva of Chanuka lights through hadlaka, that is, lighting the candles, or through hanacha – by putting them, after they are lit, in their proper place.
Where should one light if (a) one is not sleeping in one's home, or (b) camping in the wilderness? And should we light in synagogues and public places?
What is the proper text of the blessing on the candles and what does it reveal about the mitzva? And what is the function of the blessing "She-assa Nissim"?
We read toward the end of the Megilla (9:20-22) that Mordekhai sent letters to the Jews of the provinces of Achashveirosh, announcing the establishment of the Purim festival.
