Jewish holidays

DLA Piper holds sessions supporting disabled children, war veterans in hospitals during Purim

DLA Piper volunteers brought games, face and body paint, costumes, arts and crafts, and food, hosting a Purim party for children.

From the Frontlines to the Megillah: Jewish soldiers celebrate Purim in Kyiv

As ceasefire negotiations between Ukraine and Russia continue, a group of Jewish soldiers took a moment from the frontlines to celebrate Purim with the Jewish community.

Triple Purim: How Jerusalemites celebrate this year’s three-day extravaganza

This year, the festival is extended to three days in walled cities – adding the day before and the day after – giving rise to what is commonly known as Purim Meshulash, or “triple Purim.”

 An illustration of a cardboard box with 'this end up' and two arrows pointing downwards.

When the world turns upside down, rabbis can help us keep our heads on straight

In uncertain times, rabbis provide guidance, connection, and resilience—helping Jewish communities navigate chaos, identity, and moral challenges.

By RABBI SHIRA KOCH EPSTEIN/JTA
12/03/2025
  Israelis take part in the Jewish holiday of Purim parade (Adloyada), in Jerusalem, March 25, 2024

The happiness formula: How Esther transformed celebration forever

Purim’s costumes hold a deeper lesson—seeing beyond disguises to the true essence of people, just as in the Megillah.

  Israelis take part in the Jewish holiday of Purim parade (Adloyada), in Jerusalem, March 25, 2024

Purim parades: Israeli cities gear up to celebrate holiday tradition

The tradition shows no signs of letting up as municipalities up and down the country gear up for some outdoor urban frolics. 

10/03/2025

Purim during wartime: Remembering Amalek and a day of miraculous survival

The Jews have been confronted by Amalek throughout history, this hereditary enemy of Israel from wilderness times.

Passover requires tons of eggs, so what's a Jew to do amid the avian flu?

This year, eggs are in short supply because of the spread of avian flu, which has required producers to slaughter 150 million birds in the last two years.

By RACHEL RINGLER/JTA
08/03/2025

From retro comebacks to Netflix hits: The costumes taking over this year

Purim 2025 brings variety: From IDF soldier costumes and animated characters to classics and gaming-inspired outfits, all set to shine in the annual carnival.

By MEITAL SHARABI/MAARIV
25/02/2025
 Gomeh Hotel: Creating a warm and homey expirience.

Gomeh hotel to host kosher Passover retreat on the shores of the Kinneret

Led by Keter Travel, the holiday program offers a full-service Pesach experience with strict Kashrut supervision.

By JERUSALEM POST STAFF , IN COLLABORATION WITH KETER TRAVEL
23/02/2025
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