Purim

Indulgences and temptations for Purim: The tasty news of Israel

The surprise box of Cremugit and Petit Beurre is aimed at Purim, and long after.

Purim editions, Cremugit and Petit Beurre
 Ukrainian Jewish children holding packages they received JNRU for Purim.

Hamantaschen from Israel, graggers, and fuel: Purim aid drive spans Ukraine

Mozart Chocolate-Coconut Liqueur

A perfect ball has landed in Israel, just in time for Purim mischief

DIZENGOFF SQUARE, named for the Tel Aviv founding father.

This month in Jewish history: The first permanent government of Israel


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. 

 Firefighters rappel down the façade of the Feuerstein Institute. March 11, 2025.

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 SPARK ignited across our community after Hamas’s terrorist attack on Israel on October 7; in November, 300,000 people stopped what they were doing and came to Washington, DC, to stand in solidarity with Israel,’ says the writer.

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.

 YOUNG PUPILS at the Scheck Hillel Community School in North Miami Beach dress in costumes to celebrate Purim, last year. This is a moment when we need to follow Mordechai’s example; we need to recognize our current realities and call upon whatever resources we can, says the writer.

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.

Beautiful Esther. Purim, A Timeless Story.

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.

 An illustration of a cardboard box with 'this end up' and two arrows pointing downwards.

Purim costumes come off, the pain of abuse lasts a lifetime - opinion

It’s time to stop making excuses. It’s time to remove the costumes. And most importantly, it’s time to stand with the victims of abuse.

An illustrative image of a child at a window.

Mordechai's leadership lessons: True strength lies in standing together - opinion

As we celebrate Purim this year, we should embrace both the joy and the responsibility that come with it.

 A LARGE sign at the Azrieli Center in Tel Aviv reads: ‘Together we will prevail.’

Purim joy comes early as Beit Issie Shapiro visits the President’s Residence

Purim joy comes early as Beit Issie Shapiro visits the President’s Residence with children and families.

 Isaac and Michal Herzog celebrate Purim with children from Beit Issie Shapiro on March 11, 2025.

ALEH and El Al team up for an unforgettable Purim for disabled children

ALEH’s campus in Bnei Brak was transformed into a lively airport terminal, where children dressed as pilots and flight attendants for a day of imagination.

 ALEH and EL AL teamed up to transform a campus into a lively terminal.

Purim repeats: A modern tale of success and jealousy

Megillat Esther.