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The Esther/Vashti Purim Flag

The new tradition of waving a flag when Esther and Vashti's names are mentioned celebrates the triumph of these Purim heroines.

Why Purim is the Holiday of Prayer

The holiday of drunken revelry is also the day that proves the Torah's assertion that God answers all prayers.

How Subversive Will You Be This Purim?

Purim is, without question, one of the most outrageous, over-the-top and, some might say, offensive holidays in the Jewish tradition. ...

Purim 2013 Gift Guide

Purim 2013 is on its way! Starting the evening of Saturday, February 23rd, the holiday that celebrates the clever salvation ...

Nosher Picks for Purim Prep!

Purim is less than two weeks away which means it is more than time to start planning for your festive ...

Seeking: Persian Purim Treats!

I have had a lot of confessions this week…so here is yet another one: my husband and I are obsessed ...

Responding to Hatred, On Purim and Today

Haman’s persecution awakened in the Jews a spark of defiance, a motivation not to hide their Judaism, but to celebrate it.

Anne Frank on Purim (photo)

From my sister-in-law, a vintage picture. I don’t know much about it, except that all these kids are wearing Purim ...

Purim 2010: A Costume Roundup

This year was definitely my best Purim ever. I had two different costumes, I heard megillah at night and during ...

Cannoli Hamantaschen Recipe for Purim

We can't get enough of these elevated Hamantaschen!

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