Jewish ultra-Orthodox men and children, some wearing costumes read the Book of Esther, which tells the story of the Jewish ...

Purim traditions include reading the Megillah, exchanging food gifts, giving to the needy, and dressing in costumes.

Ultra-Orthodox Jewish kids wear costumes ahead of the Jewish holiday of Purim in Jerusalem, Wednesday, March 12, 2025. (AP ...

Israeli police band kicked off Jerusalem's Purim parade, followed by people holding a giant yellow ribbon representing the ...

Often affectionately referred to as "Jewish Mardi Gras," Purim is more than just a festive occasion filled with costumes, ...

Purim, or the Feast of Lots, is a Biblical Jewish festival known for extravagant costumes, the exchanging of gift baskets, ...

Against the backdrop of ceasefire negotiations in Ukraine, Jewish fighters came from the frontlines to celebrate Purim ...

Queens Borough President Donovan Richards Jr. joined local Jewish leaders to celebrate the holiday of Purim with a unique ...

Today, the Jewish world is celebrating the delightful spectacle of Purim. A story of conquering enemies that wish to see the destruction of Jews is an achingly bittersweet and familiar one.

Purim is known as the biggest party on the Jewish calendar.Some call it the "Jewish Mardi Gras."Sunday the celebrations continued here in the Capital Region.Tem ...

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 ...

Recounted in the Book of Esther, the spring holiday of Purim is traditionally celebrated with feasting, gift-giving and ...