There are few things I love more than connecting two seemingly-disparate events. Chanukah falling partly in Capricorn season is a ripe opportunity to connect the dots. So here you go:
The Jewish holiday of Chanukah celebrates the miracle that occurred when one sacred vial of oil lasted for eight days. To commemorate that event, we light candles for eight days.
The word Chanukah means “dedication” — the holiday was created when the Jews rededicated the holy temple after recovering it in their victory over the mighty Greeks.
This concept of “dedication” fits with Capricorn season, which began with the Winter Solstice.
Capricorn is a cardinal earth sign ruled by Saturn and symbolized by the sea-goat. It initiates the winter in the northern hemisphere. As an earth sign, it is grounded and practical.
Saturn is the taskmaster planet that governs our relationship with time, structure, and authority. The sea-goat is known for its persistence and perseverance.
Capricorn is known for its affinity for structure and planning, and for its persistence. In contrast to Aries, a cardinal fire sign that leads us to initiate with urgent energy, Capricorn is a slow and patient imitator. It starts with a plan and builds a firm foundation. It doesn’t rush; it takes its time to build in a sustainable way.
Capricorn is about playing the long game. This season invites us to consider what we are dedicated to building over the long term.
Just like the oil in the temple lasted for eight days, Capricorn season asks us to consider how we can stretch our resources to patiently persist in building our dream.
In Capricorn season there are no shortcuts. This is a sign that reminds us it takes dedication, devotion, persistence and perseverance to see our goals come into fruition. It requires a commitment to showing up every day, one day at a time.
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