Jerusalem Jane’s Purim Blessing For Israel
A Danish non-Jewish Zionist living in Israel blesses Israel.
Purim: The Christian Zionist Holiday
Although Purim is not one of the Biblical feasts, David Nekrutman, the executive director for the Center for Jewish-Christian Understanding and Cooperation (CJCUC), notes how the holiday is powerfully relevant for Christian Zionists.
Non-Jews Marking Purim Alongside the Jewish People
If there was ever a quintessentially Jewish holiday, it’s Purim, when the Jewish people were threatened by Haman, a descendant of Amalek, and saved by God’s hidden hand. Even so, we find examples of people from the Nations being inspired by the story of Purim and even gathering to mark the day alongside the Jewish people.
Are the Temple Vessels Ready for Purim?
As Jews celebrate Purim on Wednesday evening (Thursday, in Jerusalem) it may be significant to consider the recent reappearance of many, if not all, of the Temple vessels that played a subtle yet significant role in the Purim story.
Lessons in Joy from the Month of Adar and the Holiday of Purim
Walk into Meir Panim’s After-School Youth Center in the Ofakei Or neighborhood of Sderot during the month of Adar, and you will be swept up by joyous singing and dancing.
Purim Supermoon: Countdown to Messiah
After reading the Book of Esther for the holiday of Purim on Wednesday evening, Jews leaving the synagogue will be greeted by the sight of a supermoon overhead, a phenomenon to which some rabbinic experts ascribe great import.
End of Days Guide to Purim
With its post-Temple-era origin story taking place outside of Israel, Jews commemorate their victory over the Persians by wearing costumes and partaking in a drunken feast.
Campaign Takes the Lessons of Purim to Make the “Old City” Young Again
Jews are often reminded – from liturgy to songs and rituals – to never forget Jerusalem. The Jewish people are additionally reminded of the centrality of Jerusalem through particularly Jerusalem-focused holidays.
Israel365 Spreading Purim Cheer to Orphans, Soldiers and Sick Children
“Purim is known as the holiday of giving” explained Rabbi Tuly Weisz of Israel365. “We give food and charity to those in need. Perhaps most importantly, Israel365 strives to give joy to those who need it most.”
Purim Supermoon: Ushering in Redemption
In two weeks, Jews around the world will read the Megillah (Book of Esther) and celebrate the holiday of Purim. On the same evening they are celebrating victory over the archetypal evil personified by Haman, a supermoon will appear in the heavens. Several rabbis agree that a rare confluence of events is especially auspicious for the unfolding of the Messiah.
