According to Jewish tradition, the current Hebrew month of Adar is meant to be joyful. Ancient rabbinic commentators demand: ...

The Jews of Persia celebrated their narrow escape from annihilation at the hands of Haman’s antisemitic mobs, thanks to the ...

Adar, marks the 124th birthday of Rebbetzin Chaya Mushka Schneerson OBM, wife of the Rebbe. We present a brief biography and ...

Get your party on; Purim is almost here! The holiday is one of the most joyous and fun on the Jewish calendar, complete with everything from feasts to costumes to wine, all in honor of Queen Esther ...

A couple episodes ago we explored Lexington's Jewish history, and now it's Louisville's turn! Join us for a deep dive with historian and museum consultant Carol Ely, author of "Jewish Louisville: ...

The Muslim world welcomed Ramadan, a month of spiritual reflection, discipline, and renewal, while the Jewish calendar marked the arrival of the month of Adar, a time of joy, resilience ...

The Hatam Sofer explains that the increase in joyfulness during Adar stems from the story of Megillat Esther, which recounts the transformation of the Jewish people’s destiny from annihilation ...

French Jews will celebrate the festivities of Purim. Fasting, prayers, readings, meals, and costumes—these two days allow ...

Lubavitch Hebrew Academy of Margate, Florida, following a long-held tradition of an 'Areinfirinish,' a child's entry into ...