To a Festive Celebration for
the Jewish Holiday of
Purim
Purim is the most festive of Jewish holidays,
a time of prizes, noisemakers, costumes and
treats. The Festival of Purim commemorates
a major victory over oppression and is
recounted in the Megillah, the scroll
of the story of Esther. Purim takes place on
the fourteenth and fifteenth days of Adar,
the twelfth month of the Jewish calendar.
This year (2008) Purim begins at sundown on the 20th of March
So here for your entertainment are some fun Holiday things for you and your family.
We've got stories of Queen Esther, King
Ahasuerus, Mordechai, and Haman, we've
got graggers to spin, and Hamantashan to
bake! We hope you find something you like!
So bring your kids and tell your friends. And please stop by again.
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The Story of Purim
Explore the Story behind the Festive Celebration of Purim.
Learn about Queen Esther, King Ahasuerus, Mordechai,
and Haman. "Spin" your own noisemaker while reading
the Scroll of Esther
Purim in Israel
Imagine the frivolity of Carnival, the youthful exuberance of Halloween, and the bravado of a war victory – all rolled into one day. That’s how Israelis celebrate Purim.
Drink 'Til You Drop: Purim and the Alcohol Connection
Purim comes with its own set of unique commandments and the most surprising is the mitzvah to get drunk. Not just to have a sip or two of wine, but to get truly sloshed.
Costumes and Masks
Dressing up is a highlight of the holiday. Bring your
crayons and print out our "masks" for the kids
Easy to Make Purim Costumes
Here are some inexpensive and simple no-sew Purim costumes that anyone can make with the supplies you probably have lying around your house already.
New Recipes for Purim Hamantashen
If you are looking for a way to modernize your Purim cookie, you can try out some of these easy and delicious Hamantashen alternatives.
Purim Crafts
Make your own Gragger (Noisemaker)
Purim Masks to Print and Color
Purim Blog Postings
Check out the latest articles and postings about Purim (and our other Jewish celebrations) from our holiday blog site - Holiday Rap
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