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Purim: History
The story of Purim is found in the Book of Esther, one of the books in the Ketuvim (Writings) section of the Bible. It is set in the land of Persia (current day Iran) at the time when Ahashverosh was king. King Ahashverosh held a banquet in the capital city of Shushan and ordered his queen, Vashti, to come and dance before his guests. She refused to appear and lost her royal position.
Purim: Customs and Rituals
In the Book of Esther, we read that Purim is a time for "feasting and merrymaking," as well as for "sending gifts to one another and presents to the poor" (Esther 9:22).
Educational Experiences in Israel
Spend the most thrilling summer of your life travelling across Israel. Learn about our amazing experiences and programs.
Shopping Al Fresco: Israeli Street Fairs
Israelis love fairs, festivals, ‘festigals’ and the ever-popular ‘heppening.’
Israel Travel Ideas
Look beyond the archeological digs, ancient cisterns and tourist sites for some of the more vacation-y fare, frequented by Israelis, but not always that well-known.
Aliyah - Immigration to Israel
Reform Judaism believes that Jews can live fulfilling and meaningful lives in any part of the world.
Tel Aviv: The City That Never Sleeps
Tel Aviv was founded in 1909 by the Jewish Community of Jaffa, in a new neighborhood they called Ahuzat Bayit, later known as Tel Aviv. In the 1930's, Tel Aviv became the country’s largest economic center and had the highest concentration of social and cultural institutions.
Jerusalem
Jerusalem is a city of overwhelming emotions, a city that promises a religious and spiritual experience, excitement and pleasure, interesting tours and entertaining adventures.
Haifa: City on the Port
Israel’s third largest city has the country’s largest port, a vibrant mix of Arabs and Jews and is the home of the World Center of the Bahai Faith.