As Purim approaches amidst times of war and tragedy, the challenge of balancing joy with pain is daunting for many.

The Etgar Quiz discusses various aspects of Purim and the Book of Esther.

The article discusses the parallels between the Purim story and ancient Babylonian myths, suggesting that the Book of Esther may be seen as ancient fan fiction.

The essay "Discarding Haman's Garb: Refusing the Roles of Empire" discusses Purim through a critical lens, highlighting how Haman, representing the threat to Jews, and King Ahasuerus, symbolizing the enabling of harm, play contrasting roles in the Purim narrative.

The episode discusses the mysterious disappearance of English princess Kate Middleton and the edited photo released by the Royal family, drawing parallels to Queen Esther from the Purim story who also had to hide her identity.

In New York City, there are unique and lesser-known Purim treats to enjoy beyond the traditional Hamantaschen.

Contemporary poetry's focus on finding profundity and wonder in ordinary experiences, rather than overtly religious themes, is explored in relation to the concept of "Purim Jews."

The author of the text reflects on their decision to adopt the name Hadassah instead of Esther in honor of Queen Esther's hidden self and feminist values.

The author reflects on their journey with fasting in Judaism, initially finding it spiritually meaningful but later struggling with the influence of diet culture, leading to disordered eating habits.

The author reflects on their experience with fasting in Judaism, initially finding deep spiritual meaning in it but later grappling with its association with diet culture and body image issues.

The Parashah of the week, Vayikra, discusses the command to wipe out the memory of Amalek, known for an unprovoked attack against the Israelites after leaving Egypt.

From March 22 to March 29, notable Jewish times include the Fast of Esther on March 21, Shabbat Zachor on March 23, Purim on March 23, and Shushan Purim on March 24.

In this episode of the show, the focus is on Shabbat.

This guide provides a step-by-step process for folding hamantaschen, a traditional Purim treat.

The article discusses the relationship between the holiday of Purim and the concept of Jewish sovereignty, highlighting differing viewpoints on the importance and limitations of having a Jewish state.

The Jewish Press recently featured a computer-generated image of Queen Esther as Black with dark skin and braids, prompting attention and positive reactions from readers like Lahavah Hila and Rishona Campbell.

Esther Sperber reflects on the recent tragic death of an Israeli-American soldier, Itay Chen, and the ongoing conflict in Israel and Gaza, drawing parallels to the devastating World War I as discussed by Sigmund Freud.

With Purim approaching, the article presents five Hamantaschen recipes that aim to prevent the common issue of cookies exploding in the oven.

Naomi Ross shares her childhood memories of making traditional triangular Purim cookies called hamantaschen with her family, evolving the recipes into more sophisticated flavors like Drunken Cherry-Chocolate hamantaschen.

The article discusses the tradition of eating Nan E-Berenji (Rosewater-Poppyseed Cookies) by Persian Jews during Purim, a holiday that coincides closely with Norouz, the Persian New Year.

Jewish communities worldwide have a tradition of putting on plays associated with various holidays, with the Purim play holding a special place.

In light of recent antisemitic violence and the Israel-Hamas war, Rabbi Aviva Richman reflects on the complex lessons of the Purim story, focusing on themes of Jewish vulnerability and the use of force for self-defense.

The article discusses different approaches to celebrating Purim and managing Purim-related expenses.

The text reflects on the power and importance of prayer (tefillah) in the face of challenging times, particularly in light of recent tragic events in Eretz Yisrael.

New Passover children's books released in 2024 feature a diverse range of themes and characters, including a superhero, a scientist, a T. rex hosting a seder, Jewish bears, and more.