purim
Opposites Distract
The inversion of expectations, so central to the Purim story, can be both thrilling and confining.
The Surprising Connection between Purim and Yom Kippur
Purim and Yom Kippur appear to be complete opposites but the ancient rabbis say they are really two sides of the same coin.
Purim Masks
Sometimes it is by dressing as someone else that we reveal our truest selves.
Where to Stream Megillah Reading for Purim
Where to find an online reading of the Book of Esther.
Will the Real Esther Please Stand Up?
The heroine of the Purim story is portrayed in contradictory ways in the biblical book that bears her name.
Why Do Jews Wear Costumes on Purim?
The long practice of masquerading may have its roots in medieval Italy.