Purim

Purim, or “Jewish Halloween,”commemorates Esther saving the Jewish people from Haman, who was planning to kill all the Jews in the Persian Empire.

Special Episode: For such a time as this. Purim, Persia and the Iran War

Queen Esther’s Purim Cheese Sambusak

From Shushan to your oven: cheese sambusak, a Purim tradition that remembers Esther’s courage, one hidden filling at a time.

Orthodox women scribes were unthinkable. Then Safed got a women-written Megillah.

Blocked from guidance and supplies, four Orthodox women trained in sofrut and created a kosher Megillah that’s read each year.

Shushan Purim explained: Why Jerusalem celebrates one day later than the rest of the world

Jerusalem celebrates Purim a day later than most Jews. Learn the Megillah source, the “walled cities” rule, and why the dates differ.

Best Hamantaschen recipes for Purim: classic, creative, sweet, savory, and vegan

A one-stop list of hamantaschen recipes, from prune and poppy to tiramisu and “everything bagel,” with dough options for different diets.

Everything you need to celebrate Purim 2026

Purim is one of the most festive and joyous occasions of the year! Are you ready for this raucous celebration of the story of Esther?

The best Purim movies about Queen Esther

While a holiday like Passover has the incredible film “The Prince of Egypt,” Purim has no such movie. Here are some films you can watch.

Purim guide 2026: How and when to celebrate Purim

Purim 2026 (or 5786 in the Jewish calendar) is coming up! Here is everything you need to know to celebrate!

What are mishloach manot? Why do Jews give Purim gift baskets?

One of the essential customs on Purim is to give mishloach manot (Purim gift baskets) to friends and neighbors filled with ready-to-eat drinks and food.

Last minute checklist for your best Purim yet!

Purim is one of the most festive and joyous occasions of the year! Are you ready for this raucous celebration of the story of Esther?

Why do Jews eat hamantaschen for Purim?

Why is Purim commemorated by a three-cornered filled pastry? Let’s unpack the history of hamantaschen.

What are mishloach manot? Why do Jews give Purim gift baskets?

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