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Masquerade
On Purim, children, and some adventurous adults, too, traditionally masquerade—an allusion to G‑d's hand in the Purim miracle, which was disguised by natural events. Make sure your children dress up as good, cheerful characters, such as Mordechai and ...
Jewish Holidays » Purim » How-To » Purim Wizard » Masquerade
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Purim Secrets
By Tzvi Freeman
Purim is super-kabbalistic. After all, Purim is all about disguise, secrets and intrigue. And there's no greater secret than who you really are. Actually there is. It's the secret of who is Feivel.
Video » Kabbala Toons » HolidayToons » Purim Secrets
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Shedding the Masks
By Susan T.
Recovery involves shedding the mask, sometimes layers and layers of masks. Purim allows us to play out this process with festivities, friends, and fun.
Society & Living » Jewish Recovery » Voices » Shedding the Masks
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Anonymous G-d
By Benyamin Bresinger
The celebration of Purim is part of this ongoing love story between G-d and His people. Because of G-d remaining anonymous He gave us the chance to shine.
Society & Living » Jewish Recovery » Recovery Blog » Anonymous G-d
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Unmasking
By Michoel Gourarie
One of the traditions of Purim is dressing up in fancy dress and wearing masks. What is the reason for this custom and how does it connect to the celebration of the day?
Jewish Holidays » Purim » Insights & Inspiration » Lessons and Insights » Unmasking
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Homemade Purim Costume Ideas
By Sarah Zeldman
When you consider the cost and lack of originality of store-bought costumes, homemade costumes are a more fun, and oftentimes, more cost-effective option...
Women » Practical Tips » Creative Projects & More » Homemade Purim Costume Ideas
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Behind the Mask
By Elana Mizrahi
“They all dress the same, they’re so boring.” As I got to know them more and more I began to discover the uniqueness of each individual. The seemingly similarity in their outward appearance forced me to look inside and see each as person for who they ...
Women » Acts of Transformation » Inner & Outer Beauty » Behind the Mask
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Masquerade!
By Yanki Tauber
Why do we disguise ourselves on Purim?
Spirituality » Short Insights » By Yanki Tauber » Masquerade!
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The World’s Largest Purim Costume Contest!
Hundreds around the globe compete for the honor of having the world's greatest Purim costume. Upload your pictures, browse, vote, and stay tuned for this year's winners!
Kids » Holidays » Purim » The World’s Largest Purim Costume Contest!
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Is a woman allowed to dress up as a man on Purim?
By Eliezer Danzinger
Before I respond, I would like to stress that a question of this sort -- an issue which, as you will soon see, is the subject of debate amongst halachic authorities -- must be addressed to your personal rabbi. That said, for information purposes I will ...
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