Purim
As Ramadan meets Purim, Jews and Muslims must choose shared humanity over fear - opinion
Purim commemorates the deliverance of the Jews in ancient Persia over 2,000 years ago. It is rooted in the broader Middle Eastern landscape, where Jews have part of this region since antiquity.
Living on pins and needles: Israel faces uncertainty at the prospect of war - opinion
In the kitchen with Henny: An international Purim celebration
The tasty news of Israel
The essence of Purim was never the Diaspora. It was always Jerusalem - opinion
The events in Shushan were never merely about the Jews of Persia. Just a few years before Esther’s miraculous rise, we had begun our return to Jerusalem, laying the foundations of the Second Temple.
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.”
Purim then and now: Israel's fight against modern-day Haman - editorial
From ancient Persia to today, the Jewish people have faced enemies seeking their destruction—but like in the Purim story, they continue to rise, fight, and endure.
What does it mean to live in a time when history touches you? - opinion
We are touching history—not as something distant, something remembered, but as something unfolding beneath our feet.
Purim on Erev Shabbat: A Race Against Time
Purim spirit: Firefighters rappel down building for disabled youth dressed as superheroes
The firefighters came down the building, donning Batman, Superman, and Spiderman costumes while the residents of the institutes cheered on.
The Jewish nation prevails and leads, echoing the Purim story - opinion
The Esther spark is about finding the courage to act, the Mordechais of our community ensure that courage spreads, igniting future leaders who will carry our people forward.
The vital role of Jewish day schools and education - opinion
Our schools and the day-school community overall are driving a virtuous cycle of growth.
Italian museum debuts exhibit on Queen Esther ahead of Purim festivities
Visitors of the exhibit will be treated to the sight of an extremely rare 17th century parchment scroll made in Ferrara by Moshe Ben Avraham Pescarol on loan from the National Library of Israel.
When the world turns upside down, rabbis can help us keep our heads on straight - opinion
In uncertain times, rabbis provide guidance, connection, and resilience—helping Jewish communities navigate chaos, identity, and moral challenges.
