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.

Can We Expect The Anointing Of The Messiah This Purim?

According to Rabbi Matityahu Glazerson, a Bible Codes expert, the 14th day of the Hebrew month of Adar, which begins this year at sundown on Wednesday, March 20, is a particularly auspicious time for Moshiach (Messiah) to be anointed.

Iran: Instrument of Armageddon or Israel’s Partner in Redemption?

As tensions between Israel and Iran flare after an Israeli airstrike in Syria killed seven Iranian military personnel, one prominent Rabbi is reaching out to Iran as a partner in redemption, connecting with the country’s ancient Persian heritage that played an essential role in building the Second Temple.

Photo Essay: How to Celebrate Purim

‘Purim is known as the holiday of ‘giving,’’ explained Goldie Sternbuch of Meir Panim. ‘We give food and charity to those in need.’