Hear the Megillah!Hear the complete story of how Mordechai and Queen Esther helped save the Jewish people from the hands of the wicked Haman. Once at night and a second time on Purim day. |
Give Gifts of Food!Purim is a day we show extra special friendship to our friends. Send your friends gifts of food that include at least two different types of food. For example: fruits and candies; cookies and a bottle of juice; etc. |
Give Tzedakah (Charity)!Give some money to two poor people (or more), or put at least two coins in your favorite charity box. |
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Eat and Rejoice!Participate in a festive meal on Purim afternoon. Sit together with your family and friends, sing Jewish songs, tell the story of Purim, and be merry! |
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Miriam
Israel
March 11, 2022
Getting ready! Reply
Jacob
Denver
February 24, 2021
Thank you. I'm going to give the kids version of The Playbook to my friend who is orthodox and married to a Christian. Maybe he will understand the user-friendly version. Tip of the hat to East Side Kosher Deli Cherry Creek Colorado Reply
Matthew Shafir
February 19, 2020
This is so helpful Reply
Brittany bougarts
denver, colorodo
March 11, 2019
H' did big mircle Reply
Anonymous
February 27, 2018
Do children have to fast during the Fast of Esther? Reply
Chabad.org Staff
February 28, 2018
in response to Anonymous:
No children do not have to fast any of the fasts actually. Happy Purim! Reply
Spider-Man
Dallas, Texas, USA
February 4, 2017
Answer to question Hey, Anonymous! You should totally look in the recipe section when you click on Purim. That might help. Reply
Anonymous
March 5, 2014
Hi-
What kinds of foods do we eat on Purim besides humantashin:)
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even yisroel
Tamarac FL
February 10, 2013
why are there costumes? Reply
Sorry, forgot the source!
Pittsburgh
February 10, 2013
answer to costume contest
There are four reasons why we dress up on Purim.
1)just like dressing up changes who we are, on Purim the saddest situation got changed to the happiest one!
2)to remember how Ester didn't reveal who she truely was.
3)to hint at how G-d's name is not mentioned throughout the whole Megila
4)to hint at the fact that when giving to the poor we should give in a hidden way so as not to embarrass them.
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Rochel Chein for chabad.org
March 14, 2012
Re: Interesting It is the practical actions that we take that bring the Purim story and its lessons to life year after year, reminding us to focus on the amazing miracles that G-d performs for us. When we give gifts of friendship and reach out to the needy, we partner with G-d in making this world a better place. Reply
Anonymous
Randolph, VT
March 12, 2012
Costume Contest I am wanting to learn about Jewish holidays. Much is understandable, but I am puzzled about the costume contest. Is there a reason behind the costumes? Is there a theme that costumes portray? Dress as anything??? Reply
Anonymous
San Diego, CA, USA
March 10, 2012
Interesting It is amazing to me how we can take the story of G-D raising up Esther to marry a Persian,( an Iranian...amazing for sure) and how she bravely told him who she was in order to save the Jews....to wearing costumes, buying gifts, and partying. The amazing work of G-d in our lives gets pushed to the side for a side show! When will we give our G-d our praise and worship for the awesome interventions in our daily lives? He loves us dearly. Lets focus on Him and nothing else; He deserves nothing less. Reply
vanessa
san diego
March 4, 2012
Very helpful guide Reply
Linzi Cornwall
Cornwall, ----------
February 26, 2012
Purim I was brought up Jewish until the age of 8 and I was sent to live with a new family this site has helped me rediscover my roots. Thank you! Reply
Chani Benjaminson, chabad.org
March 15, 2011
Tanach The Book of Esther is part of the third category, Ketuvim also knows as Scriptures. You can view the entire Tanach in English translation at this link: chabad.org/63255 Reply
Anonymous
NMB, Florida
March 14, 2011
To which part of Tanach does the Megillah belong? To which part of Tanach does the Megillah belong? Reply
elie
lincoln, england
March 3, 2010
Purim I am 12 years old and doing a project about purim and this site is amazing i found out everything i need to know about it and hopefully it will be good thanks Reply
Ryanlee G. Mesias
Davao City, Philippines
February 26, 2010
Shalom I am a Jewish gentile, this site really gives me the enlightenment of how could I embrace the miracles during Purim. I'm looking forward to celebrating more Jewish holidays with your help. Reply
Cedric Arthur Pulawski
Melbourne, Australia
February 22, 2010
Very good guide My friend Amnon guided me to this site so that I could learn more about this special day. Very good guide. Mazal tov! Reply
Hip hip horraaayy! God defends his people!