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Purim
Purim is celebrated by the reading of the Scroll of Esther, known in Hebrew as M'gillat Esther, which relates the basic story of Purim. Under the rule of King Ahashuerus, Haman, the King's prime minister, plots to exterminate all of the Jews of Persia. His plan is foiled by Queen Esther and her uncle Mordechai, who ultimately save the Jews of the land from destruction. The reading of the M'gillah is typically a rowdy affair, which is punctuated by booing and noise-making when Haman's name is read aloud.
Purim in 2013 is celebrated on February 24. The books, music, and other materials featured below will enhance your celebration of this joyous, festive holiday!
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Book of the Jewish Year, The
Stephen M. Wylen
Item #: 101068
An engaging, full-color introduction to the Jewish calendar. This is the perfect text about the Jewish holiday cycle for students in the intermediate grades. Each chapter examines the history and practice of a holiday or festival, including relevant mitzvot (commandments) and minhagim (regionall...
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Book of the Jewish Year, The: Teacher's Guide
Ellen Greenspan
Item #: 208039
An engaging, full-color introduction to the Jewish calendar, this is the perfect text about the Jewish holiday cycle for students in the intermediate grades. Each chapter examines the history and practice of a holiday or festival, including relevant mitzvot and minhagim; Hebrew and English blessi...
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Esther: A Modern Commentary
Translation and Commentary by Leonard S. Kravitz and Kerry M. Olitzky
Item #: 160530
More than the centerpiece of Purim celebrations, Esther is unique in the biblical canon, and raises as many questions as it reveals answers. It is a rich source for text study, at Purim and throughout the year.
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Here Come the Purim Players!
Barbara Cohen, Illustrated by Shoshana Mekibel
Item #: 101251
"They're coming! They're coming! The Purim players are coming!" So begins a Purim tale of yesteryear by Barbara Cohen, renowned author of Jewish children's books. Enter the world of Reb Zalman and Reb Yisroel and their fellow Jews in Prague; listen to how the Jews of Persia escaped destruction be...
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Holy Days Holy Ways
Sharon Halper, Illustrated by Lisa Rauchwerger
Item #: 102073
Introduce your primary-grade students to the basics of Jewish holidays and tikkun olam at the same time. These four-page pamphlets are the perfect way into the complete year of Jewish holidays. From Rosh Hashanah to Shavuot, the Jewish calendar is replete with joyous occasions of all ki...
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MIRACLES AND WONDERS - CD
Item #: 951372
MIRACLES AND WONDERS includes fourteen original songs by the inimitable Debbie Friedman that comprise two original musical plays: "Miracles Aren't Just Magic" for Chanukah, and "A Purim Fiasco" for Purim.
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Purim Costume, The
Penninah Schram, Illustrated by Tammy L. Keiser
Item #: 101312
In this warmly told contemporary tale of Purim by renowned storyteller Penninah Schram, and accompanied by beautiful illustrations by Tammy L. Keiser, the complete story of Purim is framed by the experience of a modern-day child. Rebecca is tired of always dressing up as Queen Esther. Her mothe...
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