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
Freedom under fire: What Passover means in a time of war - comment
Jewish tradition is a polemic against loneliness, on Passover and the rest of the year
Aish backs Israel and US forces protecting peace, freedom - opinion
Why young Iranians, Americans, and Israelis give me hope - opinion
Stuck in New York and missing Purim in Israel, unexpected hope was found in resilient Israelis, brave Iranians, and young Americans on a college campus.
The cost of touching history - opinion
I do not know why this is our hour. I do not know why that father stood above three small graves on Purim night. I do not know why history comes when it does.
My family runs to our safe room when the sirens sound, and I try to believe it’s enough - opinion
Mamads are not bombproof. They weren’t built to withstand ballistic missile attacks, and a direct strike by an Iranian missile or drone likely will destroy a mamad and kill its occupants.
New oleh, real war: A rabbi experiences Israel’s darkest Purim in decades - opinion
Rabbi Josh Broide moved to Israel months ago. On day two of Iran’s missile assault, he walked through Beit Shemesh and saw a building that no longer existed.
A war-weary Jerusalem marks Purim one day after the rest of the world
Early morning sirens coincided with the morning of Shushan Purim, as thousands of Israelis gathered, despite a prohibition on public gatherings, to fulfill the mitzvah of hosting a Megillah reading.
Jerusalem police disperse defiant Purim crowds as street parties violate wartime safety orders
Israel Police were forced to disperse large Purim crowds on Wednesday as revellers defied Home Front Command orders. Officials slammed the gatherings as "irresponsible" during the ongoing war.
Like Queen Esther: It’s time women sit at the heart of decision-making - opinion
Despite living in an era of equality and opportunities, it is still painful to discover that today, women are still not equally seated at the decision-making tables.
Amid Israeli-Iran conflict, Purim celebrations shift to shelters and protected spaces - opinion
This year, Purim in Israel is celebrated inside shelters, with sirens interrupting festivities as Iranian missiles target cities. Despite the danger, the resilience of Israelis shines through.
Traditional Moroccan Purim challahs: Boyoja di Purim
Boyoja di Purim, traditional Purim challahs from Moroccan cuisine, decorated with hard-boiled eggs symbolizing Haman’s evil eye.
With Iran attacking the region, Israel has the chance to step out of the villain role - editorial
The Jerusalem Post calls on Israeli leaders to speak clearly to the region, in plain language that respects Arab nations even when their governments play both sides.
