Purim

Watch: Purim in the Jewish community of Djerba

A thousand residents of the Jewish community in Djerba celebrated the holiday of Purim with special costumes and food.

What’s hiding behind the mask?

Is there a connection between coronavirus and the holiday of Purim?

Watch: Megillah reading at Tomb of Mordechai and Esther

The Chief Rabbi of Iran led a reading of the Scroll of Esther on the occasion of the Purim holiday.

Happy Purim!

Jews around the world celebrate miraculous deliverance from annihilation in ancient Persian empire.

In the Purim spirit: Gush Etzion's Dames of the Dance

On Purim, we are commanded to aid the needy. Talented women in Gush Etzion do so by means of the dance.

Purim and Amalek: I do not forgive and I do not forget

Purim megillah readings - for everyone

Amidst coronavirus outbreak, organizations work to make megillah readings accessible and safe

Those in quarantine are forbidden to attend synagogue

Rabbi Yitzhak Zilberstein issues ruling that those in quarantine must not attend synagogue, lest they violate prohibition against murder.

The true happiness of Purim

Ahead of Purim, we must internalize what happiness means so we can spread positivity & joy to others, especially those struggling. Opinion.

Rabbi David Bar-Hayim: Don't get drunk on Purim

Interview with Machon Shilo's Rabbi David Bar-Hayim.

Israeli band gets 'lost in translation'

For Adar, Israeli singer, songwriter, and TV personality Noam Jacobson elucidates how Google Translate can go very, very wrong.

Smotrich intervenes, IDF will honor Purim

Following Minister's intervention, this year all post-Purim recruitment postponed to give consideration to celebrants.

Pompeo: Trump may have been sent from G-d to help Israel

US Sec. of State Mike Pompeo ‘certainly believes’ Pres. Trump may have been sent by G-d to ‘help save the Jewish people’ from Iran.

Jared Kushner reads megillah at the White House

Chabad's Rabbi Shemtov praises Kushner's reading, says he read 'flawlessly.'

Rivlin to soldiers: Do not hesitate when facing danger

President Rivlin visits an IDF Military Police post to hand out Purim gifts.

Watch: Thousands celebrate Purim in Hevron

Thousands gather in Hevron for Purim celebrations and annual 'adeloyada' march.

Rabbi Ari Waxman - Purim - Revealing your inner meaning

Rabbi Ari Waxman, administrator for overseas students at Shaalvim Yeshiva shares insights on the Purim festival.

Megillah reading at Joshua's Tomb inside PA village

Dozens of Israeli Jews enter Arab village of Kifl Haris, location of tomb of biblical leader Joshua Bin-Nun, for special Purim prayers.

Watch: Connecting the world through dance

DJ Raphi goes out to the streets of Jerusalem to get people dancing and smiling in honor of the Purim holiday.

What does Purim want from us?

Why has charity become one of the main commandments of this day? And what does it teach us as human beings?

Iran against the world? The Jews will win

Islamist Iran is not a Purim Shpiel.

Purim 5779: The Oldest Hatred, A Practical Analysis

Rabbi Mike uses the comments of Haman to ask not only why we are hated, but also what we can do about it.

Watch: Megillah reading at murdered rabbi's yeshiva

Minister Shaked at Yeshivat Oz V'emunah, reads from a megillah that survived the Holocaust.

The Jewish people celebrate Purim in Israel!

Purim is the last of the holidays written in the Tanach and is considered a holiday of salvation and redemption for generations.

Jewish soldier serving overseas pulls Purim prank on family

Soldier serving in Afghanistan surprises family by showing up at Jewish day school Purim party.

Terror in Israel and lessons from the Purim story

The Holy Temple: World headquarters for truth, justice and the refinement of the human spirit.

History is repeating itself: Jews are still threatened

What lessons do we need to learn in order to turn the tables on our enemies once again?

Watch: Purim at the US Embassy in Jerusalem

US Embassy staff get into the Purim spirit, but do the Hamantashen meet the ambassador's standards?

General closure in Judea and Samaria

Crossings from Palestinian Authority-controlled areas to close for Purim.

How to avoid the post-Purim hangover

Following a few simple guidelines will help you drink responsibly and avoid embarrassment and headaches.

Transportation Ministry to run 90 night-time bus lines on Purim

Special night lines allow Israelis to return home safely after Purim parties.

Over 90,000 expected to join national Megillah campaign on Purim

Tzohar, Ohr Torah Stone organize mass national Megillah reading with 500 locations for Purim, with 90,000 participants expected.

Why is Purim the only holiday we will celebrate forever?

Rabbi Yitzchak Bottom explains what makes Purim the greatest Jewish celebration. 'The only time G-d saved every single one of us from harm.'

Purim: Taking a second look

Why do we read Megillat Esther twice on Purim? Rabbi Yitzchak Botton provides insight into G-d's running of the world.

On Spanish island, Purim was biggest holiday for persecuted Jews

Why did Jewish community on island south of Barcelona treat Purim as the holiest day of the year, comparable to Yom Kippur?

Haredi rabbis: Don't get drunk on Purim

Leading haredi rabbis call on the public not to drink excessively, say drunkenness leads to 'murder' and 'tragedies.'

Purim, Elections, & Rabbi Benny Lau

'Purim and elections bring out people's true views.' Interview with Machon Shilo head Rabbi David Bar-Hayim.

Former Hamas official says Jews make Hamentashen out of blood

Former senior Hamas official echoes classic anti-Semitic canard, claims that Jews bake non-Jewish blood into popular Purim pastry.

Mark Zuckerberg celebrates Purim

'Haman was the villain of Purim and he famously had a three-cornered hat. These symbolize the victory over him.'

Watch: Police commissioner attends megilla reading

Hundreds of Border Police officers celebrate Purim in Jerusalem.

How can you change your Purim experience forever?

Rabbi Shlomo Katz explains that Purim is the time to ask for everything.

Largest Purim celebration ever held in the IDF

Thousands of IDF soldiers celebrate Purim holiday at Ir HaBahadim complex near Yeruham

Rivlin to Border Police: 'We can celebrate because of you'

President Reuven Rivlin pays holiday visit to troops guarding major checkpoint.

Purim in Hevron

Thousands of Jews gearing up for the traditional march in Hevron. Arutz Sheva brings you the first pictures from the city of the Patriarchs.

'When the month of Adar enters, we enlist with joy'

Defense Minister releases special message promoting haredi enlistment on the occasion of the Purim holiday.

Purim Spiel: Gal Gadot slated to play Queen Esther

Exclusive to Israel National News.

Obama ambassador mocks Trump's son-in-law

Dan Shapiro, former US ambassador to Israel, responds to Kushner's security clearance downgrade: 'Can leave you foggy.'

This morning:

Hundreds pray at the tomb of Joshua for Purim

Hundreds of Jews visit tomb in PA village Kifl Haris in Samaria for morning prayers and megillah reading. 'Nothing more fitting on Purim.'

Philanthropist hands out hundreds in 'Purim money'

Jewish philanthropist Leonardo Farkas hands out Purim gelt to Bnei Brak children.

Who tried to make a new version to the Scroll of Esther?

Dr. Yoel Finkelman talks about the uniqueness of the scroll’s illustrations in its versions across the world.

Israel celebrates Purim

This evening, festivities commence for Purim, marking national salvation in days of the ancient Persian empire.

Wine in, secrets out

On Purim there is a mitzvah to drink - but does drinking correspond to the view of the Torah?

Blue Rock Hamentaschen

The blue rock candy is a sticky hard candy with sharp edges and should not be given to anyone without a warning.

Beit El rabbi: Don't give more than 2-3 mishloach manot packages

Rabbi Zalman Melamed says those who receive mishloach manot packages should not return the gift.

Rabbi urges young women to remain at home Purim night

Leading Bnei Brak rabbi calls on parents, educators, not to allow girls to roam the streets on Purim night.

Purim & the Holy Temple: To build or not to build?

The true secret of Purim joy: The hidden presence of G-d.

In time for Purim: The wine drinker's guide

Enjoy Purim drinking without the unpleasant side-effects wine can sometimes cause.

Watch: Purim delivery from superheroes

Window cleaners at Tel Aviv's Dana Dwek children's hospital dress as superheroes, surprise hospitalized children with Purim treats - midair.

Chocolate Chip Cookie Stuffed Hamantaschen

These hamantaschen are to die for, but couldn’t be simpler to put together.

Secret Ingredient Roast

Yes, it really is good, but do not attempt to substitute regular cola with diet or decaffeinated soda!