customs

A Feminist Megillah Reading Ritual: Verses for Esther

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. Traditionally, four verses are read aloud in unison by the

Purim Senses Song: Experiencing The Mitzvot

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 to show how we enjoy Purim with all five of our

What Is Purim?

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 of the Purim story from Megillat Esther and an introduction

The Halachic Guidelines of Giving Mishloach Manot

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 commandment of Mishloach Manot – delving gifts of food on Purim,

Mishloach Manot: Now & Then

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 our friends on Purim – including the original source of