Purim
How Purim is Celebrated in Israel
Purim festivities spill onto the street, last multiple days, and are a time for serious fun — for both kids and adults.
Reading the Megillah
The Scroll of Esther, which tells the Purim story, is chanted in synagogue twice on Purim.
What Happens in Synagogue on Purim
In addition to the Megillah reading, several additions are made to the daily prayer services.