Purim
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.
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
Studying under fire: Israel's students navigate exams, sirens, daily life during Iran war
Israel’s public shelters become sites of camaraderie amid steep danger once more
Steph Graber said she had been sheltering elsewhere but had “FOMO” about not being with her friends, so she switched over to a public shelter in the brief lull between sirens.
A Purim cookie goes viral in Israel, ‘Khamenei’s ears’ replaces ‘Haman’s ears’
Hamantaschen are the triangular Purim pastries traditionally associated with the villain of the Book of Esther. The plot takes place in ancient Persia, what is known as today's Iran.
Megillah in the Miklat: Tel Aviv moves Purim underground as Operation Roaring Lion rages
Despite Operation Roaring Lion, Israelis continue to celebrate Purim in shelters and homes, with community efforts to ensure the mitzvot are fulfilled, including sending gift packages to the needy.
The Purim-inspired chess technique that confuses my rivals - opinion
I win at chess by making opponents nervous, bewildered, and prone to blunders.
Purim isn’t Jewish Halloween - it’s a theology of wine and redemption - opinion
On Purim, drown our adversaries in drink, catapult our consciousness to a refined world.
Purim, Persia, Tehran: How we fight those who would erase our memory - editorial
This year, Shabbat Zachor frames the chaos. The Torah demands that Jews recognize the pattern, protect the vulnerable, and refuse to forget who they are.
On Purim, Jewish tradition tells us to give to anyone who asks, no questions required - opinion
On the day we wear masks, we are commanded not to look away. This Purim, when a hand reaches out, give. Start with something that feels like too much.
Miracle cookies that need no costume
Brilliant, mischievous and completely carnival-like: 19 outstanding hamantaschen for Purim 2026.
Food news: What’s new for Purim?
On the holiday that celebrates sweetness, an especially sweet mishloah manot arrives.
Your Investments: Personal and financial intensity
In synagogue a few days ago, while waiting for the evening prayer to start, we got into a discussion about Mishloah Manot (giving food to friends and family).
