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“A key teaching of the Book of Esther is that once the plague of Jew-hatred gets in the air, almost any environment can nourish it”

BOSTON GLOBE In the land where Jews are welcome, anti-Semitism is on the rise by Jeff Jacoby March 12, 2017 THIS WEEKEND, Jews the world over celebrate the festival of Purim, a highlight of which is the public reading of … Continue reading

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“One Family, an organization that provides support to injured and bereaved families across Israel, throws a costume party in celebration of Purim by inviting families who have been affected by terrorism”

YNET Bereaved families celebrate life at Purim costume party by Liran Levi March 10, 2017 Dozens of bereaved families across the country attended a Purim costume party in Jerusalem held by the OneFamily organization on Wednesday. Among the families who arrived … Continue reading

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The Secret Jewish History of Mardi Gras

JEWISH DAILY FORWARD by Seth Rogovoy February 17, 2015 At first glance, Mardi Gras — the New Orleans version of the worldwide Carnival celebrations — seems anything but Jewish. Its quintessential elements, including public masquerade, the imbibing of copious amounts … Continue reading

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