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Will We Let Purim Make Peace Impossible?
The joyous, sometimes boisterous, holiday of Purim is approaching. Twice during the holiday, Jews will publicly read the Book of ...
Jewish Humor, Rabbis Without Borders
April Fools’, Purim and the Balance of Humor and Seriousness
Judaism is masterful at balancing the playful and the serious, and so much of life is about that balance as well.
Celebrate, JOFA's Torch, Purim
Purim in Hollywood, FL with Almost 150 Women
For the women of Hollywood Florida, the Women’s Megillah reading is a highlight in our spiritual lives. This year almost ...
Celebrate, Purim, Rabbis Without Borders
Purim: The Upside-Down Way to Find Happiness
Do you want to be happy? Then here’s my advice: don’t try to be happy. That idea comes from Oliver Burkeman’s ...
The Surprising Connection between Purim and Yom Kippur
Purim and Yom Kippur appear to be complete opposites but the ancient rabbis say they are really two sides of the same coin.
Celebrate, Jewish History, Mixed Multitudes, Study
The Week Before Purim Is Legally Obligated to Drag
It’s Friday, Friday, Friday afternoon, and that means it’s time to look back at the week: Have you tried our ...
A Real-Life Purim Superhero: An Interview with Elisabeth Kushner
The world’s first LGBT inclusive Jewish children’s book in English has arrived! Published by Kar-Ben Publishing, an award-winning publisher of ...
Why Do Jews Send Mishloach Manot on Purim?
It is customary to send Purim gifts to friends and strangers.
Celebrate, Purim, Rabbis Without Borders
We Don’t Really Talk About Purim
Before we crash headlong into the various celebratory, lighthearted posts about Purim, I want to draw your attention to something: ...
Why Do People Give Food Gifts on Purim?
Food gifts are the best gifts!