 Purim and the Holy Temple: To build or not to build?The backdrop of the Purim story: The struggle for the rebuilding of the Holy Temple. Trump establishes Indian stateOkay, so it's a Purim Shpiel, but it might be the real Deal of the Century. Gantz attends megillah reading in childhood moshavBlue and White chairman celebrates Purim in Moshav Kfar Ahim, sits in seat that belonged to his late father. What’s hiding behind the mask?Is there a connection between coronavirus and the holiday of Purim? Watch: Purim in the Jewish community of Djerba in TunisiaA thousand residents of the Jewish community in Djerba celebrated the holiday of Purim with special costumes and food. Watch: Megillah reading at Tomb of Mordechai and Esther in IranThe 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 DanceOn Purim, we are commanded to aid the needy. Talented women in Gush Etzion do so by means of the dance. Purim megillah readings - for everyoneAmidst coronavirus outbreak, organizations work to make megillah readings accessible and safe Bnei Brak rabbi: Those in quarantine are forbidden to attend synagogueRabbi Yitzhak ZIlberstein issues ruling that those in quarantine must not attend synagogue, lest they violate prohibition against murder.Purim and Amalek: I do not forgive and I do not forgetWhat’s most amazing is that this war with Amalek continues—that the world is still so concerned with the fate of Israel and the small number of Jews in the world who do not even amount to a percentage of error when calculating the world’s population. The true happiness of PurimAhead of Purim, we must internalize what happiness means so we can spread positivity & joy to others, especially those struggling. Opinion. Don't get drunk on Purim - Interview with Rabbi David Bar-HayimInterview 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 PurimFollowing 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 IsraelUS 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 HouseChabad's Rabbi Shemtov praises Kushner's reading, says he read 'flawlessly.' Purim 5779: The Oldest Hatred, A Practical AnalysisRabbi Mike uses the comments of Haman to ask not only why we are hated, but also what we can do about it. Rivlin to soldiers: Do not hesitate when facing dangerPresident Rivlin visits an IDF Military Police post to hand out Purim gifts. Iran against the world? The Jews will winIslamist Iran is not a Purim Shpiel. Watch: Thousands celebrate Purim in HevronThousands gather in Hevron for Purim celebrations and annual 'adeloyada' march. Rabbi Ari Waxman - Purim - Revealing your inner meaningRabbi Ari Waxman, administrator for overseas students at Shaalvim Yeshiva shares insights on the Purim festival. Megillah reading at Joshua's Tomb inside PA villageDozens of Israeli Jews enter Arab village of Kifl Haris, location of tomb of biblical leader Joshua Bin-Nun, for special Purim prayers. 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? Watch: Connecting the world through danceDJ Raphi goes out to the streets of Jerusalem to get people dancing and smiling in honor of the Purim holiday. Watch: Megillah reading at murdered rabbi's yeshivaMinister Shaked at Yeshivat Oz V'emunah, reads from a megillah that survived the Holocaust. Jewish soldier serving overseas pulls Purim prank on familySoldier serving in Afghanistan surprises family by showing up at Jewish day school Purim party. 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. History is repeating itself: Jews are still threatenedWhat lessons do we need to learn in order to turn the tables on our enemies once again? Terror in Israel and lessons from the Purim storyThe Holy Temple: World headquarters for truth, justice and the refinement of the human spirit. Watch: Purim at the US Embassy in JerusalemUS Embassy staff get into the Purim spirit, but do the Hamantashen meet the ambassador's standards? General closure in Judea and SamariaCrossings from Palestinian Authority-controlled areas to close for Purim. How to avoid the post-Purim hangoverFollowing a few simple guidelines will help you drink responsibly and avoid embarrassment and headaches. Transportation Ministry to run 90 night-time bus lines on PurimSpecial night lines allow Israelis to return home safely after Purim parties. Over 90,000 expected to join national Megillah campaign on PurimTzohar, 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 lookWhy 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 JewsWhy 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 PurimLeading 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 bloodFormer 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 readingHundreds 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 IDFThousands 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 HevronThousands 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 EstherExclusive to Israel National News. Obama ambassador mocks Trump's son-in-lawDan Shapiro, former US ambassador to Israel, responds to Kushner's security clearance downgrade: 'Can leave you foggy.' Hundreds pray at the tomb of Joshua for PurimHundreds 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 PurimThis evening, festivities commence for Purim, marking national salvation in days of the ancient Persian empire. Wine in, secrets outOn Purim there is a mitzvah to drink - but does drinking correspond to the view of the Torah? Beit El rabbi: Don't give more than 2-3 mishloach manot packagesRabbi Zalman Melamed says those who receive mishloach manot packages should not return the gift. Rabbi urges young women to remain at home Purim nightLeading Bnei Brak rabbi calls on parents, educators, not to allow girls to roam the streets on Purim night. |
