Hanukkah History Told In HipHop

⁣“The King’s Decree” is a deep, intense, historically grounded hip-hop track retelling the moment when King Antiochus IV issued the order that changed everything — the decree that sparked the Maccabean revolt and ultimately led to the Feast of Dedication (Hanukkah).

Drawn directly from 1 Maccabees 1:41–53, this song breaks down the king’s forced “unity” command:
“One people. One law. One king.”
But that unity meant erasing Torah, banning Sabbath, outlawing sacrifice, forcing idolatry, and punishing anyone who remained faithful.

This track teaches what most people NEVER learn:
Before the miracle of oil… before the eight nights of light… there was oppression, persecution, outlawed worship, and brave families hiding Torah scrolls in caves to survive.

“The King’s Decree” captures the tension, fear, and courage of the faithful who refused to bow. It sets the stage for the righteous uprising that delivered Israel and restored the sanctuary.

This is Hanukkah before the candles.
This is the part of the story that explains WHY we celebrate.
This is resistance — in rhythm and rhyme.

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