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Purim is a festival that commemorates the deliverance of the Jewish people living throughout the ancient Persian Empire from a plot by Haman the Agagite to annihilate them, as recorded in the Biblical Book of Esther.
According to the story, Haman cast lots to determine the day upon which to exterminate the Jews.
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What do hasidim think of purim?
Purim is part of Judaism. Hassidim keep Purim just like other Jews.
Who eats matza on Purim?
Matza isn't eaten during Purim. There is no tradition that addresses eating matza on Purim. It is treated as any other food.
What is the Hebrew name for Purim?
"Purim" (פורים) is the Hebrew name for Purim.
What is roman date of purim?
Purim is the 14th of Adar. Shushan Purim (Purim celebrated in walled cities from the time of Joshua) is on the 15th day of Adar. This is when Purim is celebrated today in Jerusalem. Note, that depending when these dates fall out with respect to the Shabbat, the observation of the day's mitzvot may be moved up so as not to conflict with the Shabbat.
What religion celebrates Purim?
Judaism.See also:The origins of Purim
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When was Purim in 1879?
Purim was on Sunday, March 9, 1879 (Shushan Purim was on Monday March 10)
What doesshushan purim mean?
Oh, dude, Shushan Purim is like the afterparty for Purim, but in the ancient city of Shushan. It's when the peeps in walled cities celebrate Purim a day later because they were too busy defending their walls on the regular Purim day. So, it's like Purim, but fashionably late.
When was Purim in 2008?
Purim was on March 21 in 2008.
How do you spell purim in spanish?
Celebración judía, Purim
When is purim going to be celebrated in 2009?
Purim is celebrated on the 14th of Adar. In the Gregorian calendar, Purim _was_ March 10, 2009. Next year, Purim will be on February 28.
When is Purim in 2013?
Purim was on February 24th and 25th, 2013.
