But rabbinic discussions at the time indicated that pagan symbols could be used as decoration if they were not objects of worship. The periodic uprisings of Jews against their conquerors is illustrated by the disastrous rebellion of 66-70 against the Romans, which again brought about Jerusalem's destruction, along with that of the Second Temple. The event illustrated by a massive foundation stone of the fortification wall that the Romans breached. A photomural of a detail from the Arch of Titus, built in Rome as a further commemoration of the victory, depicts soldiers carrying off a menorah and other Temple property to Rome. It's a lot more vivacious.
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But the piece de resistance is a huge display of Hanukkah lamps from various places and centuries. N.J. On a platform covered with the American flag stand eight plastic figures of the Statue of Liberty, torches raised to receive the Hanukkah candles. You can also use our directory to e-mail our staff directly. Or, express your opinion in a letter to the editor . Online for cool stuff from Naples Daily News.