The cycle of life and death represented by leprosy encourages us to bring acts of purity into our lives even when we have become impure.

Masks have a long history in the world's culture, and they play an important role in the Purim story.

Triangular chocolate pockets with chocolate ganache filling.

Test your knowledge of Purim foods and food traditions.

Get the party started with these nosh-y nibbles.

This common Spanish chickpea-based stew dates back to the 15th century.

The "hidden God" of the Purim story can serve as a model for God's role in the modern world.

Why isn't God mentioned in the Book of Esther?

How do I give these Purim gift baskets?

The book of Esther is not a historical document in the usual sense--but that doesn't undermine its importance as a religious book in the Jewish canon.