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How did the custom of the Purim carnival develop?
Though Purim is a minor holiday on the Jewish calendar, it is widely observed and a favorite of children.
What are Purim mishloach manot?
Mishloach manot are gifts of food that friends (and prospective new friends!) exchange on Purim. We are instructed in the scroll of Esther (9:19) to send gifts to one another.
Is Purim akin to a Jewish Halloween?
Though both Purim and Halloween share the custom of dressing in costume, that is about all the two holidays have in common.
Beyond the revelry, is there a more serious side to observing Purim?
As joyous as the holiday is, it is also a time for serious reflection on the duties of a Jew toward their community, particularly in a post-Holocaust world.
What greetings are appropriate on Purim?
On Purim, we can greet one another with “Chag Purim sameach!” (Happy Purim!)
Hamantaschen Dough (Dairy)
Here’s a dough that is firm but light, because of the baking powder.
Hamantaschen Prune Filling
Prune filling, a widely popular filling for these triangular cookies, became traditional in 1731.