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Why Is Hanukkah So Early This Year?

In 2021, Hanukkah falls out unusually early, beginning right after Thanksgiving.

Purim 2018

From hamantaschen to the Megillah, what you need to know about this holiday that falls on March 1.

Why Is Rosh Hashanah So Late This Year?

In some years, Rosh Hashanah doesn't start until October. Here's why.

9 Things You Didn’t Know About Purim

From Esther's vegetarianism to the Jewish leap year, things that might surprise you.

Why Some Jews Celebrate Purim One Day Later

Shushan Purim is the day when residents of walled cities, like Jerusalem, observe the holiday.

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