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In addition to the core activities of reading the Megillah, sending gifts (mishloach manot), and donating three half shekels to charity, Purim is a time of carnivals and masquerades.

In the Scroll of Esther, revenge is a powerful theme, but just as clearly one that leads to confusion and tragedy.

Medieval megillot were beautifully illuminated. Why? Because God’s name is not mentioned.

Iranians are distrustful of the fake opposition and sick and tired of treasonous acts that they represent and support.

Gaza, if it were to rehabilitate according to Donald Trump’s plan, could become known as “Little Dubai.”

The ideas that Donald Trump promotes are so disconnected from reality, that they remind us that salvation will not come from the other side of the world.

This renewed agreement on policy for Israel and Gaza does not represent the strength of America but rather Benjamin Netanyahu’s influence, which spans from presidents Ronald Reagan to Donald Trump.

Israel's relationship with Ukraine has been influenced by a need to balance ties with Russia in Syria, the fall of the Assad regime, and the reelection of US President Donald Trump.

Fulfilling the commandment of circumcision means taking the ordinary body of a human being and transforming it into something holy that has been brought into the covenant/treaty of Hashem’s people.

Tennis, along with other sports and recreational activities, may be a fun and friendly way to attract the youth, but the social and educational programs are a major underlying focus of the ITEC.