Focusing on a pivotal episode within the Purim story—this crucial conversation between Mordecai and Esther teaches us the ...

Purim traditions include reading the Megillah, exchanging food gifts, giving to the needy, and dressing in costumes.

The Bible’s Queen Esther was one of the defining Dutch divas of the 17th century and muse to some of Amsterdam’s greatest ...

At its core, the story of Esther unveils a timeless truth: no matter the trials we endure, our ultimate refuge lies in our faith in G-d, the transcendent force above nature itself, who wields the ...

Rebecca Sassouni shares her family’s recipe for halva, a beloved dessert that honors both cultural roots and cherished ...

The collection makes the case that for the newly free Dutch, who fought an 80 year war for independence from Spain, Esther was a star — and her name in Persian means as much — for her ...

An exhibit at the Jewish Museum shows how the example of Esther inspired artists, artisans and even royalty in the 17th ...

Kings, clowns and princesses mingled Friday night at t Jewish Center with magicians, bears and cowboys. It wasn’t a months-early Halloween party; it was a celebration for the holiday of Purim, which ...

I often wonder if we have squandered what Esther and Mordechai begged and fought for, and Jews around the world died to ...

Stir in garam masala, turmeric and remaining 1/2 tsp. salt. Add 1 Tbsp. oil. Sauté 1 minute, then add potatoes and green ...