The story of Judas Maccabeus and the Maccabee Revolt in Judea was written about by the contemporary Roman historian Tacitus. Every time you wish someone a Happy Hanukkah you are acknowledging the historic Jewish claim on Jerusalem.Our Family celebrated Hanukkah and Thanksgiving on Saturday December 1. (between the two events) Which explains the lack of blog posts this week. The food and company at the party was great. Even Oma had a good time.