Hanukkah Day 6 – Victory and Purity 

Hebrew Letter: Zayin (ז) 

Theme: “Holiness is our weapon.” 

Scripture Readings 

2 Timothy 2:21 — A vessel made pure becomes useful to the Master. 

Psalm 24:3–4 — Clean hands and a pure heart ascend the hill of the Lord. 

Zechariah 4:6 — Victory comes “not by might… but by My Spirit.” 

Reflection 

On the sixth night, the menorah’s light grows strong, and so does its message. The letter Zayin (ז) is shaped like a weapon, yet it also symbolizes a scepter. It represents both battle and authority, reminding us that purity is not passive. It is power. 

The Maccabees didn’t win because they were the strongest. They won because they were set apart, consecrated, and aligned with God’s holiness. Their purity became their victory. 

In the Hebrew year 5786, God is calling His people to fight differently; not with force, but with clean hands, pure motives, and Spirit-led strength. Purity sharpens discernment. Purity strengthens authority. Purity wins battles...