Purim

After we moved to the third floor, our lonely first-floor neighbor filled the stairwell with shouting and fear. One simple mishloach manot began a change none of us expected.

A halachic guide for people with ADHD navigating fast days, medication, and concentration during the Megillah reading.

Purim lives above nature. Through joy, generosity, unity, and even a bit of wine, the day’s practices can help hasten the writing of the redemption’s Megillah.

Why the Hebrew calendar adds an extra Adar, how it affects Purim and life-cycle events, and the powerful message of sixty days of happiness

Lessons from Mordechai and Esther on faith, self-sacrifice, and how salvation can come through natural events

Discover the deeper meaning of “When Adar begins, we increase joy” through the teachings of the Sfat Emet and Rabbi Nachman, exploring faith, perseverance, dignity, and the spiritual power of women during the Purim season

Exploring Haman’s decree, the battle over what it means to be human, and why giving is the real victory of Purim

Why Adar increases joy, how Purim surpasses Yom Kippur, and what Torah teaches about true spiritual celebration

Want to thank your child’s teachers and preschool staff without overspending? Here are simple, thoughtful ideas they’ll actually appreciate, plus the one thing that matters most.

From Megillah readings to Purim night learning, a portrait of the practices that shaped Purim in the homes of great Torah leaders

Discover meaningful Purim traditions, special prayers, and the importance of unity and joy in this sacred holiday

How Purim inspires spiritual growth, faith, and victory over challenges

Understanding the role of Adar I and Adar II, Moshe's passing, and the spiritual preparation leading to redemption and renewal

When should the Purim meal take place? What happens when Purim falls on Friday? How much wine is enough? A clear, practical guide to the laws and spirit of the Purim seudah.

Discover the deeper meaning of Purim, why it’s a day of great holiness, and how increasing joy in Adar attracts blessings throughout the year

A concise guide to Purim practices, from Megillah reading and costumes to festive meals and prayer customs, based on leading Sephardic rulings

Who must hear the Megillah, and what happens if you’re sick, caring for kids, or can’t make it to synagogue? A practical, no-nonsense guide for real Purim situations.

A clear guide to the meaning of Purim Katan, its inner spiritual light, and why some sages saw it as a day of hidden miracles and joy

Why does inspiration vanish overnight? Adar offers a surprising answer. A sharp, soulful reflection on falling out of tune, starting again, and the quiet work that makes Purim a season of real renewal.

A quick, engaging recap of the bold rescue pulled off by Mordechai and Queen Esther.