Purim

What's Israel’s role in Judaism? Zionists' duty is to know - opinion

People, leadership, and land are the three foundations of the Jewish nation; understanding how each of these pillars interacts with the others is key to understanding Israel's role for Jews

|ByURI PILICHOWSKI
A view shows a town nestled in a valley seen near Jerusalem in April in 2026.
On Wednesday night, we will talk about freedom, with the specter of ballistic missiles, safe rooms, and red-alert sirens still fresh in our minds.

Freedom under fire: What Passover means in a time of war - comment

In a year of war, Jewish holidays reflect reality, where freedom is less about ideals and more about safety and survival.

|ByHERB KEINON
Ultra-Orthodox Jews celebrate the Jewish holiday of Purim in the ultra-orthodox Mea Shearim neighborhood in Jerusalem on March 4, 2026.

Jewish tradition is a polemic against loneliness, on Passover and the rest of the year

Jewish holidays like Purim and Passover seek to strengthen different sets of interpersonal connections, such as fostering bonds between friends and expressing care.

|BySARA LABATON/JTA
Aish Hatorah World Center opposite the Kotel in Jerusalem.

Aish backs Israel and US forces protecting peace, freedom - opinion

Aish affirms unwavering support for Israel and the IDF, calling on all to unite against hatred, terror, and oppression.

|BySTEVEN BURG

IDF pulls fighters from Gaza for firing shots during Purim scroll reading

In the video shared on social media, the reservists are seen firing toward Gazan territory upon hearing the name 'Haman' read out by a fellow combat fighter.

MARCH 15, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Screenshot from the video of the IDF reservists that was shared on social media on March 14, 2025

Grapevine: Message for Miri

Movers and shakers in Israeli society.

MARCH 15, 2025ByGREER FAY CASHMAN
Israeli Transportation Minister Miri Regev.

This week in Jewish history: Purim story, mass suicide, killing of York's Jews

A highly abridged weekly version of Dust & Stars

MARCH 15, 2025BySTEVEN DRUCKER
'Ahasuerus and Haman at the Feast of Esther' by Rembrandt, 1660, at Moscow's Pushkin Museum

Parades, dancers, and superheroes: Israel's children celebrate Purim

IN PICTURES: See the celebration of thousands who gathered across various Israeli cities to celebrate the Jewish holiday of Purim.

MARCH 14, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
People wearing costumes celebrate the Jewish holiday of Purim in Holon, March 14, 2025

Raising a glass to Israel: Wine, war, and the spirit of Purim - opinion

KNOW COMMENT: Israeli wine is more than a drink—it’s a symbol of resilience and tradition. This Purim, we raise a glass to history, victory, and the enduring spirit of the Jewish people.

MARCH 14, 2025ByDAVID M. WEINBERG
SOME OF the writer’s Purim wines from last year, on display at his home. It is fine to again celebrate Jewish redemption and Zionist renaissance by focusing on good (and kosher) Israeli wine, he says.

Purim reminds us that Hamas, Hezbollah, and Iran will meet their downfall - opinion

Our enemies spread lies about Israel, portraying the victim as the aggressor. We must counter these lies with truth, educating the world about the justness of our cause.

MARCH 14, 2025ByJONATHAN LIEBERMAN
THE IDF is on the move in the Gaza border area, entering for a military operation, last October. Just as Joshua led the fight against Amalek, so too do our brave soldiers fight today, says the writer.

Purim Spiel: Dog Birthright, the newest frontier Israeli tourism, caters to the furriest Jews

Purim Shpiel: The following is a satirical article from The Jerusalem Post's annual parodic Purim page, The Jerusalem Roast. Enjoy!

MARCH 14, 2025ByAMELIA MARGULIES
DOG BIRTHRIGHT promises to connect four-legged friends with all that Israel has to offer.

Purim Shpiel: New cutting-edge weight loss procedure takes the world by storm

Purim Shpiel: The following is a satirical article from The Jerusalem Post's annual parodic Purim page, The Jerusalem Roast. Enjoy!

MARCH 14, 2025BySHRINK PERETS
A doctor holds a patient's arm after it has been removed

Purim Shpiel: Espresso launches new coffee pod flavor for Israelis laced with SSRIs: Depresso

Purim Shpiel: The following is a satirical article from The Jerusalem Post's annual parodic Purim page, The Jerusalem Roast. Enjoy!

MARCH 14, 2025BySHIR PROZAC
That's that me, depresso.

Purim Shpiel: Mossad confirms: Every Taylor Swift ex actually same Israeli agent in disguises

Purim Shpiel: The following is a satirical article from The Jerusalem Post's annual parodic Purim page, The Jerusalem Roast. Enjoy!

MARCH 14, 2025BySHIR FEARLESS
She's had a long list of ex lovers... or maybe just one?