Purim
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Printable Hebrew & English Megillat Esther
From Chabad.org, this 13-page long PDF document contains the side-by-side Hebrew and English text of Megillat Esther, the biblical scroll
Printable English Megillat Esther With Commentary
Published by the Kehot Publication society of the Chabad Lubavitch movement, this 14-page long PDF document is an English translation of
Al Hanissim for Grace After Meals on Purim
This post presents a cantorial rendition of the “Al HaNissim” prayer added to the Grace After Meals on Purim, along
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How To Make Hamantaschen
Produced by The Associated: Jewish Community Federation of Baltimore, this short instructional video (01:34) demonstrates how to make dairy-free hamantaschen, including
How To Fulfill the Four Mitzvot of Purim
This detailed succinct article by Chaviva Gordon-Bennett provides a thorough introduction to the basic requirements of each of the four commandments that need to
Chabad’s Purim How-To Guide
From Chabad.org, the official website of the Orthodox Hasidic Chabad-Lubavitch movement, this thorough How-To Guide for Purim contains a brief
How To Form Perfect Hamantaschen
From the Lil Miss Cakes baking blog, this instructional video (02:35) provides tips on how to fold, pinch and form
The Laws of the Purim Meal & Drinking
In this informative video (03:59), Rabbi Yaakov Laredo, an Orthodox community leader and educator, summaries the laws of Seudat Purim,
The Halachic Guidelines of Giving Mishloach Manot
In this practical introductory video (01:47), Rabbi Moshe Elefant of the Orthodox Union explains the halachic guidelines for fulfilling the
Informative Articles & Videos
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What Is Purim?
This amusing and informative video (05:04) presents an excellent overview of the origins, significance and customs of Purim, including an animated summary
Why Do Jews Wear Costumes on Purim?
Produced by My Jewish Learning, this introductory video (01:32) provides several historical, spiritual and practical explanations for the custom of
God is in Control: The Spiritual Message of the Purim Story
From Aish.com, this animated video (04:46) retells the story of Purim as told in Megillat Esther, focusing on how the
The Significance of the Fast of Esther
Produced by Aleph Beta Academy, this video (09:17) explores the historical and spiritual significance behind Taanit Esther, the day-long fast
A Sassy Retelling of the Purim Story
This amusing animated video (04:08) presents a modern retelling of the Purim story from Megillat Esther. Useful for people of all ages and
Matanot L’Evyonim: Gifts to the Poor
From the Zdaka Center in Israel, this thorough article introduces the commandment to give gifts to the poor on Purim,
Drop Your Mask: Why We Dress Up on Purim
Produced by Aish.com, this insightful video (02:29) features Rabbi Yaakov Cohen reveals the deep psychological and spiritual wisdom behind the
The History & Spiritual Significance of Hamantaschen
This short video (01:12) from Chabad.org suggestions several different reasons why we eat Hamantaschen on Purim. This thorough article by Rabbi Yehuda
Why Do Jews Eat Hamantaschen on Purim?
Produced by The Nosher, a Jewish food blog, this video (01:11) explains the history behind the Ashkenazi custom to eat hamantaschen
The Festive Purim Meal: Seudat Purim
From the website of the Orthodox Union, this thorough article outlines the spiritual significance and halachic guidelines of the Seudat
Mishloach Manot: Now & Then
This video (01:12) from the Central Synagogue Reform Congregation introduces the custom of Mishloach Manot – delivering gifts of food to
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The Fountainheads: Raise Your Mask
A parody of “Raise Your Glass” by P!nk, this high-energy music video features The Fountainheads singing a fun, empowering song about the story of Purim
Medley of Traditional Hebrew Purim Songs
From Brazillian musician, Micha Gamerman, this upbeat animated music video (08:26), is a festive medley of nine of the most popular,
Alicia Jo Rabins: I’m Done Dressing Up – A Feminist Folk Song for Vashti
This creative animated music video features Alicia Jo Rabins singing an original fiddle tune based on the midrash that when King Achashverosh
Yonina: If Purim Was A Pop Song
In this video, husband-wife team, Yonina, get dressed up and tell an abridged musical version of the Purim story through a medley of
Mandisa: Born For This (Esther)
This dramatic music video presents a song by contemporary Christian artist, Mandisa, which attests to the courage and faith it
The Maccabeats: Purim Song
This video presents a parody of “Raise Your Glass” by P!nk from the Maccabeats, an all-male Jewish a cappella group that originally formed as Yeshiva
Hop! Mayne Hamentashen: A Yiddish Folksong for Purim
Sung in Yiddish with English subtitles, this upbeat Yiddish folk song tells the story of a woman making Hamantaschen to
Purim Senses Song: Experiencing The Mitzvot
Written and performed by Rabbi Yossi Berktin, an Orthodox children’s educator and musician, this catchy kids’ video uses song and animation
4 Mitzvot 4 Purim: A Catchy Children’s Song
In this sweet video, Eliana Light presents a catchy children’s song about the four mitzvot of Purim – reading the Purim story from
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15 Creative Hamantaschen Recipes
This article from Jewlish.com provides links to fifteen of the most creative and delicious sweet and savory Hamantaschen recipes, including
Purim Greetings: Poetic Purim Blessings
Written by Rabbi Simon Jacobson, the director of the The Meaningful Life Center, this poem blesses the reader with the profound
A Feminist Megillah Reading Ritual: Verses for Esther
This post presents an innovative feminist ritual that some communities have adopted during the reading of Megillat Esther on Purim.
The NCSY Megillah Companion For Teens
Created by NCSY, an Orthodox organization dedicated to inspiring Jewish youth to engage with Judaism, this booklet summarizes each chapter of Megillat Esther, and
Educational Resource: Purim, Peoplehood & Collective Responsibility
Through a hands-on activity, text study and dvar Torah, this educational resource explores the elements of Jewish peoplehood and collective responsibility found
A Purim Poem: A Blessing for the Next Generation
Written by Isabella R. Hess, this thoughtful Purim poem blesses the next generation of Jewish children with the qualities exemplified by
Another Star/Another Queen: A Purim Spoken Word Poem
Written and performed by Rachel Kann, this creative video (05:57) presents a feminist spoken word poem inspired by Vashti’s refusal to
A Feminist Ritual: Vashti & Purim Flags
This post presents a new Purim ritual created by Ma’yan, a Jewish feminist, social justice and leadership training program for
A Halachic Discussion of Women’s Obligation in Megillat Esther
In this video (08:40), Rabbi Joel Finkelstein summarizes the various Orthodox perspectives in the halachic discussion regarding a women’s obligation to hear the
Purim on the Streets of Israel
Produced by i24News, this short news clip (04:38) shares the spirit of Purim in Israel, where people of all ages throughout
Easy & Unique Hamantaschen
From ReformJudaism.org, this video (01:30) provides a basic introduction to the custom of eating Hamantaschen on Purim, along with four
Purim Food Quiz
This five question quiz from My Jewish Learning tests your knowledge of traditional Purim foods and the significance behind them.
Traditional Purim Foods for Your Seudat Purim
An excerpt from Teaching Jewish Holidays: History Values and Activities by Robert Goodman, this article on My Jewish Learning introduces traditional Purim foods
3 Creative Mishloach Manot Ideas
Created by ReformJudaism.org, this video (01:14) provides some basic information about how to fulfill the commandment of Mishloach Manot – delivering