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March 14, 2014 12 Adar II 5774 HAPPY PURIM! |
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U.S. Opposes Israel’s Demand for Recognition of Jewish State in Peace Talks
U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry on Thursday contradicted Israel’s position that the Palestinian Authority must recognize Israel as the Jewish state. |
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More than 60 Rockets from Gaza Fired in Succession
On Wednesday afternoon, terrorists fired more than 60 rockets from Gaza in succession at populated Israeli centers in the south. |
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Purim: Turning Sadness into Joy
The festive holiday of Purim commemorates Israel’s salvation from extermination by the mighty Persian Empire, some 2500 years ago. Jews in Israel and all over the world celebrate Purim on the 14th day of Adar as a time of “Light, Gladness, Joy and Honor for the Jewish people” (Esther 8:16). |
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Government Ministers Say Israel Must Retake Gaza Strip
At least two Israeli government ministers are saying that there is no alternative but to retake Gaza. Government ministers are demanding that Israel retake Gaza in response to Wednesday’s barrage of rocket fire from Hamas – the largest escalation since 2012. Meanwhile, the Israeli Air Force continued to strike targets in Gaza on Thursday afternoon,... Read more » 
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British Leader Expresses ‘Rock Solid’ Commitment to Israel
British Prime Minister David Cameron, on a visit to Jerusalem and the PA-administered territories, expressed "rock solid commitment" to Israel.
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What is the Mask of Purim?
In Israel we are very excited to celebrate the holiday of Purim. It is so much fun to just walk the streets or to drive around and look at the creativity in the costumes that people are wearing. It is so festive and joyous!
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Where is God in the Purim Story?
Many readers may not be aware of this lesser-known fact: there are sections of the Bible where God is simply nowhere to be found. He is Invisible. Silent. Out of sight. This is certainly true regarding the Book of Esther. Nowhere in the entire Book of Esther is God’s name mentioned. Not even once.
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Purim and Yom Kippur: Which is More Holy?
Have you ever noticed that there is another holiday on the Jewish calendar that seems to sound like “Purim”? The Torah calls the Day of Atonement, “Yom HakiPurim”, which can be translated as “A day that is like Purim”.
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Living Torah: Add Excitement to your Prayers!
Change breeds excitement! Routine is great, but don’t let it turn you into a robot!
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