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Purim: (lit. "lots"), the holiday that commemorates the Jews' salvation from Haman's plot to annihilate them.
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Purim celebrates the deliverance of the Jewish people from the wicked Haman in the days of Queen Esther of Persia.
The Fun Holiday
Purim is the jolliest, most action-packed day of the Jewish year. 2400 years ago, Haman ordered genocide of the Jews. His plan was thwarted by Esther and Mordechai—and we celebrate!
Purim is a joyous Jewish holiday that celebrates the miraculous events told in the Book of Esther. It is celebrated by reading the Megillah, giving gifts, distributing charity, and feasting.
The Festival of Joy
The story, the customs and the fun!
Purim is observed each year on the 14th of Adar, celebrating the deliverance of the Jewish people from the wicked Haman in the days of Queen Esther of Persia, as described in the book of Esther.
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A deeper look at the story of Purim whereby a number of ostensibly incidental details provide the clues to an amazing discovery.
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