Animated Hero Classics (1991)

Episode Overview

In the second century B.C., Palestine is under the control of Antiochus, a Syrian-Greek monarch who challenges the Israelites with a severe trial of their beliefs. They are forced to choose between worshiping the Greek gods or facing death. While some yield to this pressure, the Maccabees stand firm, remaining loyal to their ancestral faith. Their unwavering spirit and resolve continue to resonate today in the celebration of Hanukkah, known as the Feast of Lights.