Purim Basics
Your Purim 2020 guide contains the story of Purim, and all you need to know about the 4 mitzvahs of Purim and the other observances of the day
This user-friendly wizard walks you through all of Purim’s traditions and customs.
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The Persian empire extended over 127 lands, and all the Jews were its subjects . . . Thus starts the miraculous-yet-natural story of Purim . . .
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Of all Jewish holidays, this is the one when people let loose, dress up in silly costumes, and act in ways you’d never see them act during the rest of the year.
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Traditional Purim Greetings
When Jews meet each other on the joyous holiday of
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The jolly festival of Purim is celebrated every year on the 14th of the Hebrew month of Adar (late winter/early spring).
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Abridged and Simplified Version of the Purim How-To
Special abridged and simplified version of the Purim How-To guide geared toward children. Includes overview of the four major Mitzvot of Purim.
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From the classic work Sefer Hatodaah
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There are some things that “everyone knows.” Turns out not all of them are true.
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Get the inside scoop on the story of Purim as well as how it is celebrated from ancient times until today.
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Here are some guidelines that can be used by individuals and synagogues. Please help by forwarding this to your friends, rabbis, and community leaders.
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Each year my wife and I host an alcohol-free Purim seudah (festive afternoon meal) in the heart of Jerusalem for Jewish alcoholics, addicts, and their families.
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Beyond the bare bones requirements, a wealth of customs have grown around this joyous day. Here are some, ranging from the well-known to the more obscure.
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