Purim is a Jewish holiday that marks the saving of the Jews from Haman of the Persian empire, who was planning on persecuting the Jewish people. The Book of Esther tells the Purim narrative, and is customarily read in synagogues on the day of the holiday. The holiday takes place on the 14th day of Adar. During Purim, it is customary to dress up, exchange gifts of food and drink known as "mishloach manot," donate to charity, and eat a celebratory meal known as "sudat purim."
As Purim nears, conservatives are invoking Queen Esther to justify policies that critics say threaten democracy and civil rights in the US.
A Batman costume for kids and adults will be sold for only 10 shekels as a tribute to slain hostage, 4-year-old Ariel Bibas, who loved the superhero.
Ahead of Purim, SACARA is launching a new and colorful collection of eyeshadow color palettes, decorative stones, and glitter palettes.
It’s time to bring out the feathers, get your costumes ready, and show the world your light—Arketa is coming to Beersheba, and this is your chance to get prepped for Purim in style!
Play therapist-photographer publishes a remarkable book on Purim costumes
Even in the absence of our Temple, we remained steadfast in our mission – to mend humanity when it veered off course, guiding it back toward moral spirit.
To be Jewish is to gather the shattered pieces of this world and refuse to believe that they cannot be made whole again.
Despite the rise in raw material prices and VAT, the Ma'afe Neeman chain is offering handmade hamantaschen in special flavors at an affordable price for the holiday.
While everyone is raising prices, Max Stock surprises with low-cost costumes and especially affordable Purim gift baskets. Also: Leah Yanai, judge of Dancing with the Stars, leads the new campaign.
Purim 2025 brings variety: From IDF soldier costumes and animated characters to classics and gaming-inspired outfits, all set to shine in the annual carnival.
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