The king of Assyria is murdered by his son. Which one?

How do historians and professors explain the fall of Sanchreev outside the walls of Jerusalem?

Isaiah answers the prayers of King Hezkiyahu - Sanchreev will fall. 

In this shiur we take a deep dive into the concept of National Kiddush Hashem and Hillul Hashem

King Hezkiyahu turns to Isaiah the prophet for council. Sanchreev leaves the Jews alone temporarily, but blasphemes the Lord on his way out. 

King Hezkiyahu prays to Hashem, and send emissaries to Isaiah the prophet 

The Assyrian representative winds up his speech, blaspheming the Lord of Israel

The apostate, Ravshakeh, goes on a 20 verse rant intended to demoralize the Jews of Judea, and turn them against their king.

Hanukah is widely celebrated by secular and religious Jews, but often for very different reasons.  Another interesting subject: Judah Macabees brit with Rome - why did he do it? Was it worthwhile?

Is the Book of the Macabees a legitimate source? What is the true story of Hanukah?