The Holiday That Defines America | A Thanksgiving Message

What if the origin of America isn’t just history—but a spiritual message? From the very start, the early settlers understood their survival as an act of G-d—escaping oppression and finding a home where they could live freely. They enshrined this recognition in a dedicated holiday: Thanksgiving. Even those who were not believers still aligned publicly with this national expression of gratitude. This video uncovers the deeper truth: America’s success rests on acknowledging the One who grants freedom, safety, and purpose. And reconnecting with that truth can reshape our national and personal identity today. Let us know what you think in the comments below 📩 Subscribe and share! Explore the Rebbe’s teachings on the entire gamut of life on JEM.tv—and help JEM continue bringing the Rebbe’s voice and vision to the world: https://landing.jem.tv This clip is an excerpt from the Rebbe's talk on 19 Kislev 5747 — December 21, 1986. To watch the full episode, click here: https://link.jem.tv/v5Us09 Our YouTube presence is made possible by ZY Labs LLC FOLLOW US Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jewishmedia Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jewish_media/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/JEMediaOrg Website: https://JEMCentral.org TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jewish_media?lang=en #thanksgiving #rebbe #usa #gratitude #judaism