"[O]ne of the obligations of #Chanukah is to “publicize” the miracle of a small #Jewish community successfully resisting the surrounding, oppressive culture. The #Talmud, one of the most sacred sources of Jewish wisdom, argues that a menorah should be placed outside of one’s home, ideally at the busiest time of day. This way the general public will see the candles and learn about the miracle. The Talmud builds in a backup plan. For #Jews living during times of persecution, they should light a #menorah inside their homes, where it isn’t visible to outsiders.

I wish I could tell you that this precaution is antiquated and no longer necessary. But, unfortunately, that isn’t the case."

https://www.denverpost.com/2025/12/13/chanukah-jewish-community-stress-persecution-discriminaton-attacks/

"[O]ne of the obligations of #Chanukah is to “publicize” the miracle of a small #Jewish community successfully resisting the surrounding, oppressive culture. The #Talmud, one of the most sacred sources of Jewish wisdom, argues that a menorah should be placed outside of one’s home, ideally at the busiest time of day. This way the general public will see the candles and learn about the miracle. The Talmud builds in a backup plan. For #Jews living during times of persecution, they should light a #menorah inside their homes, where it isn’t visible to outsiders.

I wish I could tell you that this precaution is antiquated and no longer necessary. But, unfortunately, that isn’t the case."

https://www.denverpost.com/2025/12/13/chanukah-jewish-community-stress-persecution-discriminaton-attacks/