Nine IDF soldiers, commander fired for illegally firing shots during Purim scroll reading
Nine IDF reservist soldiers and their platoon commander had been fired from their combat positions for illegally opening fire ...
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On Purim in wartime, Jews wrestle with a biblical story of retribution
The festival of fun and frivolity has been harder for some Jews to celebrate in the wake of the destruction of Gaza.
PHOTO COLLECTION: Israel Purim
Ultra-Orthodox Jewish kids wear costumes ahead of the Jewish holiday of Purim in Jerusalem, Wednesday, March 12, 2025. (AP ...
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‘Batman for Bibas’: Jewish Children Make Touching Purim Tribute To Slain Ariel and Kfir by Dressing Up as Their Favorite Superhero
They were taken from us in the worst way. They loved Batman, so today, I wear this for them,’ British comedian Zach Margs ...
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Children in Israel and beyond are dressing as Batman for Purim to honor the slain Bibas brothers
In Israel, entire classes of schoolchildren have worn orange Batman capes and masks, in a nod to both Ariel Bibas’ passion ...
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When Is Purim? All About the Festive Jewish Holiday, Its Meaning and How To Celebrate
Get your party on; Purim is almost here! The holiday is one of the most joyous and fun on the Jewish calendar, complete with everything from feasts to costumes to wine, all in honor of Queen ...
Celebrating Purim with the rich history of Hamantaschen cookies
Solomun Weldekeal Araya, 37, was charged in connection to a major crash that left 5 people dead, including two children, and ...
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Yeshiva Academy celebrates Purim in Longmeadow with live music and performances
LONGMEADOW, Mass. (WWLP) – The Lubavitcher Yeshiva Academy in Longmeadow continued its celebrations of the Jewish holiday, ...
Long Island Press2d
Preserving Tradition: How One Family Keeps the Spirit of Persian Halva Alive for Purim and Nowruz
Rebecca Sassouni shares her family’s recipe for halva, a beloved dessert that honors both cultural roots and cherished ...
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Op-ed | Coming together in joy: How Holi and Purim illuminate New York’s shared values
On March 14, the Jewish holiday of Purim and the Hindu festival of Holi will converge in a kaleidoscope of joy and revelry.
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Purim and Social Justice
Fifth, one of the major mitzvot of Purim is giving charity to the poor. This emphasizes the value of generosity and ...