Jewish holidays

In Israel and beyond, Purim celebrations are tempered by trauma and thoughts of the hostages

The Jewish holiday, which is typically celebrated with joy and exuberance, saw much more subdued festivities this year in light of the Gaza war and concerns for hostages held by Hamas.

By PHILISSA CRAMER/JTA
26/03/2024

"Pitchon-Lev" and "Golda" ice creams at a huge event for Purim

The "Golda" ice cream company has mobilized for families and children in the circle of poverty, in cooperation with the "Pitchon-Lev" organization.

By WALLA!
25/03/2024

Purim attractions: Museums, heritage, and Ben Gurion's legacy.

Everything you need to know about the attractions for Purim that you must not miss this year.

By MEITAL SHARABI
25/03/2024

A holiday about self-defense: The inconvenient Zionism of Purim

Unable to accept the self-defense message of Purim, radicals want to revise and diminish the holiday to spite Israel.

Looking for something to do on Purim? Here's what's happening.

Purim will be celebrated on Sunday across the country with hundreds of events.

By MOSHE COHEN
24/03/2024

The Gulf War and Purim 1991: An oral history

The Jerusalem Post Magazine reached out to people to share their experiences about the war and Purim.

By BEN BRESKY
23/03/2024

What is the story, customs of the Jewish festival of Purim?

Purim is one the most beloved of Jewish holidays, featuring costumes, parties, and a rich origin story. Here is everything you need to know about it.

21/03/2024

White in a sweet dream: Biscotti's collection for Shavuot

In preparation for Shavuot, Biscotti Confectionery launches a rich and varied collection of dairy cakes and pastries for sweet and salty lovers. We left confused by the festive variety.

20/03/2024

New unique meaty and savory hamantaschen variants to spice up your Purim

While most people tend to view these cookies as being simple desserts or snacks filled with a variety of fillings, some bold bakers have dared to ask: What if you filled a hamantaschen with meat?

Israel establishes an annual commemoration of the Oct. 7 attack — but not on Oct. 7

When Israel’s governing coalition convened on Sunday to set an annual memorial day to commemorate the tragedy, it didn’t choose October 7 or any date on the Gregorian calendar.

By BEN SALES/JTA
18/03/2024
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