The Bach explains that Chanuku was due to the Jewish Renewal of their enthusiasm for the Service of Hashem. Thus every year we need to utilize the Holiday to renew our focus & excitement for the privilege of being able to serve Hashem !
Ask yourself - in what way can I renew myself to begin Chanuka with the right attitude ?
Now may be a good time for a gem of Torah study.
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