Israel's National Library gifted rare 15th-century Scroll of Esther
Dating from pre-expulsion Spain and Portugal, the Megillah is "an incredibly rare testament to the rich culture of the Jews ...
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Corona variant originating from Uganda discovered in Israel
With around half of population still susceptible to COVID-19, government weighs curfew over Purim holiday. New campaign aims to ensure ...
Iranian group threatens to turn Tomb of Esther and Mordechai into a Palestinian mission
Purim heroes' tomb Hamadan city will be turned into a Palestinian diplomatic mission if even a single section of the ...
Scroll down: Coronavirus crisis may require some creativity in celebrating Purim
Rabbis from Tzohar and Ohr Torah Stone insist that no one must break coronavirus quarantine to hear the traditional reading ...
Volunteer network brings taste of Purim to homebound in former Soviet Union
Jewish community members will partake in festivals, workshops and demonstrations, and give gift baskets of food to friends and neighbors.
Coronavirus: Chief rabbi issues ruling to stop kissing mezuzahs
“We are witnessing the spread of a serious disease,” says Chief Rabbi David Lau after meeting with Health Ministry officials. ...
With time running out, party leaders pick date for a 3rd election
Due to conflicts with holidays and memorial days, as well as a desire to make Israel's third election cycle in ...