In the Scroll of Esther, revenge is a powerful theme, but just as clearly one that leads to confusion and tragedy.

Jewish ultra-Orthodox men and children, some wearing costumes read the Book of Esther, which tells the story of the Jewish ...

In a sporadic occurrence that will next repeat itself in 2045, Jews in the capital get to celebrate a three-day holiday ...

Ultra-Orthodox Jewish kids wear costumes ahead of the Jewish holiday of Purim in Jerusalem, Wednesday, March 12, 2025. (AP ...

The entire society has to be more accessible,” Israel's first lady, Michal Herzog said after hosting the party.

Now, on the first Purim since Shiri, Ariel and Kfir were confirmed dead and returned to Israel for burial — and with Yarden ...

The Purim parade in Jerusalem on Sunday featured the Israeli police band and a yellow ribbon, symbolising hostages held in ...

When the 14th of Adar falls on a Friday, Purim is celebrated as usual by Jews the world over, except for those living in cities with walls from the days of Joshua (Jerusalem)* who normally ...

Now, on the first Purim since Shiri, Ariel and Kfir were confirmed dead and returned to Israel for burial — and with Yarden back in Israel after a hostage release last month — Jews around the ...

An ultra-Orthodox Jewish child walks through the streets in costume during the Purim festival celebrations in Bnei Brak, ...