Discussing an oft-quoted phrase of 'External Wisdom' (aka "Chochma Chitzonios") : What it means, why it falls short, how to avoid, and its eternal rebuke that Chanukah delivers...How it manifests in terms of secular studies for a passionate Jew...Brings to light a key message of a call for authenticity in the face of superficiality, and a Torah perspective on the benefits of music and art. Concludes with a Kabbalstic connection of the sefira of 'Hod' and it's connection to Chanukah.