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Queen Esther, who is Jacob’s rose, and purple, Mordecai, are heroes, for they fought our foes: their names will never die! Oh ...

French Jews will celebrate the festivities of Purim. Fasting, prayers, readings, meals, and costumes—these two days allow ...

Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Email Print Copy Link Purim, one of the most joyous and dramatic holidays in the Jewish calendar, commemorates the deliverance of the Jewish people from a genocidal plot in ...

the viceroy of the Persian King Ahasuerus (Xerxes), more than 2,381 years ago. The celebration serves as a reminder of how quickly fate can turn around and how a situation that appeared hopeless ...

The pervasive culture of cynicism encourages us to lower our expectations, to view optimism with suspicion, and to label those who remain hopeful as naïve or out of touch. The holiday's message is a ...

It’s gorgeous, beautiful, and has a lovely little story that helps you barrel along, just don’t forget to pick up all of the Prince of Persia Xerxes Coins while you’re out in the world.

1. Purim is a Jewish national liberation holiday – just like Passover and Chanukah – which highlights the transition of the Jewish people from subjugation to liberty. It is celebrated seven days ...

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