From a military/security site out of the Washington-area.
The first angel ascended the ladder 70 steps before descending. The
Jewish people were in exile in Babylon for 70 years. The second angel
climbed the ladder 52 steps. The Jews were in exile in Persia 52 years.
The third angel climbed 180 rungs before descending. The domination of
Greece lasted 180 years. The last ascended the entire ladder and never
descended, indicating the domination of Rome and its successors.
This angel's message, says this Rabbi, is that the Jewish faith must be
defended forever. Traditionally, dreidels are made of cast lead.
defended forever. Traditionally, dreidels are made of cast lead.
Now aren't you glad you asked? (Thanks to Susie Kneedler)
