Jews are noted for humor, but was the biblical book of Esther written as a comedy? True, it provides the basis for Judaism's most lighthearted festival, Purim. But could an ancient holocaust plan to ...

Purim is widely depicted as the most thoroughly joyful of Jewish holidays — highlighted by celebrations that include costumes, skits, noisemakers and varying degrees of rowdiness. It celebrates the ...

Purim, the springtime Jewish holiday packed with much merriment and humor, recalls the biblical story of Queen Esther. In this tale, the queen stayed true to her Jewish roots and used her status to ...

Purim is a Jewish holiday that falls in February or March. While it's known as the holiday when Jewish people dress in costumes, there's more to it than that. Here's a brief lesson on what Purim is ...

If you’re seeing triangle-shaped cookies around the office or on social media, chances are someone is celebrating the Jewish holiday of Purim. “Go with ‘Happy Purim,’ that will do,” said Aaron Miller ...

1. Purim is a Jewish national liberation holiday – just like Passover and Chanukah – which highlights optimism, commemorating the transformation of the Jewish people from subjugation to liberty. It is ...

Who needs Halloween or Mardi Gras? On Purim, the masquerade of characters is lively and intriguing: Spangled Vashtis, bearded Mordecais, snarling Hamans, bejeweled Esthers, silk-robed Ahasueruses. The ...

Sign up for Forwarding the News, our essential morning briefing with trusted, nonpartisan news and analysis, curated by Senior Writer Benyamin Cohen. In the Purim ...

What's life like as a beautiful woman? The story of beauty and its power can be found in the celebration of Purim and Queen Esther. Movies that have portrayed the story of Esther include Esther, ...

* Biblical Prophecy Unfolding? How today’s headlines mirror ancient predictions. *A Lunar Eclipse & Purim both together! – Is this a Heavenly Sign? -What this rare event could mean! * Iran & Purim ...

Purim is widely depicted as the most thoroughly joyful of Jewish holidays — highlighted by celebrations that include costumes, skits, noisemakers and varying degrees of rowdiness. It celebrates the ...