As the Jewish community observes Hanukkah — a holiday centered around light and hope — many are doing so while grappling with grief following a deadly shooting in Sydney, Australia.
On Sunday, 15 people were killed in Sydney after gunmen opened fire during a Hanukkah celebration. Among the victims was Eli Schlanger, the brother of a local rabbi.
“Well, it’s always awful when any of these attacks occur in the world, and knowing somebody makes it even more personal and close to home,” Davis said…