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Purim on the Streets of Israel

Purim on the Streets of Israel

Produced by i24News, this short news clip (04:38) shares the spirit of Purim in Israel, where people of all ages throughout

A Halachic Discussion of Women’s Obligation in Megillat Esther

A Halachic Discussion of Women’s Obligation in Megillat Esther

In this video (08:40), Rabbi Joel Finkelstein summarizes the various Orthodox perspectives in the halachic discussion regarding a women’s obligation to hear the

Matanot L’Evyonim: Gifts to the Poor

Matanot L’Evyonim: Gifts to the Poor

From the Zdaka Center in Israel, this thorough article introduces the commandment to give gifts to the poor on Purim,

Printable Hebrew & English Megillat Esther

Printable Hebrew & English Megillat Esther

From Chabad.org, this 13-page long PDF document contains the side-by-side Hebrew and English text of Megillat Esther, the biblical scroll

Printable English Megillat Esther With Commentary

Printable English Megillat Esther With Commentary

Published by the Kehot Publication society of the Chabad Lubavitch movement, this 14-page long PDF document is an English translation of

What is the Jewish Holiday of Purim?

What is the Jewish Holiday of Purim?

This succinct article by Ariela Pelaia provides a thorough introduction to the basics of Purim. Published on ThoughtCo, a website that provides in-depth articles

Why Do Jews Wear Costumes on Purim?

Why Do Jews Wear Costumes on Purim?

Produced by My Jewish Learning, this introductory video (01:32) provides several historical, spiritual and practical explanations for the custom of

Drop Your Mask: Why We Dress Up on Purim

Drop Your Mask: Why We Dress Up on Purim

Produced by Aish.com, this insightful video (02:29) features Rabbi Yaakov Cohen reveals the deep psychological and spiritual wisdom behind the

Easy & Unique Hamantaschen

Easy & Unique Hamantaschen

From ReformJudaism.org, this video (01:30) provides a basic introduction to the custom of eating Hamantaschen on Purim, along with four

The History & Spiritual Significance of Hamantaschen

The History & Spiritual Significance of Hamantaschen

This short video (01:12) from Chabad.org suggestions several different reasons why we eat Hamantaschen on Purim. This thorough article by Rabbi Yehuda