Purim 2026: Ancient Persia offers lessons of prayer, unity, and courage
From ancient Persia to today, Purim shows how prayer, unity, and courage shape Jewish history and identity.
Jewish Holidays
Purim 2026: Turn Purim mess into order with simple home-organizing tricks
Israeli rabbis urge Jews to limit alcohol consumption on Purim due to Iran war
Megillah in the Miklat: Tel Aviv moves Purim underground as Operation Roaring Lion rages
Shabbat Hagadol: Receiving the great Sabbath
This year, as Passover begins at the close of Shabbat, the lights of Shabbat and Passover flow into each other as we commemorate our becoming a people.
Passover 2025: Why must Jews see themselves as personally leaving Egypt?
Why should one see themselves as if they personally left Egypt? Because it's the essence of redemption: giving everyone, no matter his situation, the inner strength of faith, hope, joy, serenity.
Let my people go have fun! 48 things to do for Passover in and near Jerusalem
48 ways to celebrate Passover – Fun In Jerusalem provides the guide
Passover 2025: What you need to know about the Jewish holiday - explainer
What is the story of Passover, What are its various traditions and rules, And just what dates will it be taking place this year? Here is everything you need to know.
Purim's unacceptable mask: The powerful themes of revenge, evil, and free will
In the Scroll of Esther, revenge is a powerful theme, but just as clearly one that leads to confusion and tragedy.
How beautiful are illuminated ‘Megillot Esther’
Medieval megillot were beautifully illuminated. Why? Because God’s name is not mentioned.
From the Frontlines to the Megillah: Jewish soldiers celebrate Purim in Kyiv
As ceasefire negotiations between Ukraine and Russia continue, a group of Jewish soldiers took a moment from the frontlines to celebrate Purim with the Jewish community.
Purim's eternal message: Protecting humanity's moral fiber and maintaining hope
The clouds of confusion will clear, sanity will replace lunacy. The hypnotic spell of postmodern confusion will be broken. What has happened before will happen again. Just read the story of Esther.
Purim: Asking without logic
On Purim, let us rise above logic. Let us stand before our father in heaven and cry out, “My God, my God, why have You forsaken me?”
Triple Purim: How Jerusalemites celebrate this year’s three-day extravaganza
This year, the festival is extended to three days in walled cities – adding the day before and the day after – giving rise to what is commonly known as Purim Meshulash, or “triple Purim.”
