A fascinating insight. The Braisa in the Gemara that tells us the story of Chanuka concludes that the Rabbis decreed days of thanks and praise - הלל והודאה. What is so fascinating is that the mitzva to light neiros chanuka is not mentioned. How thought provoking....
This article may give some insight.
See also the Mishnas Yaavetz סימן עג. And בכלל it's a good idea to see the Mishnas Yaavetz.
A real page-turner. Riveting. Bravo!!
[I have read too many book reviews:-)].