1) Customarily, children wear costumes on Purim, make noise when Haman's name is mentioned in the Megillah, and enjoy the sweets which are exchanged between friends.
2) All Jews, children and adults, have the mitzva of hearing the reading of the Megillah (the Scroll of Esther).
3) In addition, adults have a Purim feast, in which children also participate.
4) Adults give charity to the poor (children may too but aren't obligated as adults)
5) Adults exchange gifts of food (children may too but aren't obligated as adults)
The book that is read on the Jewish holiday of Purim is called Megillat Esther (the Book of Esther) which tells the story of Jewish salvation during the time of King Achashverosh (Ahasuerus), ruler of the Persian-Median Empire approximately during the 4th century BCE.
Judaism.See also:The origins of Purim
Passover begins about a month after Purim
The Jewish holiday of Purim falls in the Jewish month of Adar, which is February-March time according to the secular calendar. See http://www.answers.com/purim
Purim is a Jewish holiday, it's not a part of Catholicism.
Chabad have a wealth of stuff on Purim especially for children at http://www.chabad.org/kids/article_cdo/aid/354749/jewish/Purim.htm - they're worth looking at if you want material on any Jewish matter suited to children because they usually have plenty.
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Adar is the last month of the Jewish calendar. Purim is a Jewish holiday celebrated on the 14th of Adar. They are not one and the same thing.
They dress up and go around giving Gifts - Mishloach Manot - to friends, as well as going to the synagogue to hear the Megilla and later joining in the festive meal.* get dressed up * have a great party * get presents * get off school * eat hamman ears and nuts * drink
The Purim Full Moon refers to the full moon that occurs during the Jewish holiday of Purim, which celebrates the saving of the Jewish people from Haman's plot, as recorded in the Book of Esther. Purim is observed on the 14th day of the Hebrew month of Adar, and when it coincides with the full moon, it symbolizes joy and festivity. The full moon is often associated with brightness and celebration, aligning with the themes of Purim. While the holiday itself is not dependent on the moon phase, the imagery of the full moon enhances the festive atmosphere.
pesach, purim
Mordecai was Esther's cousin who raised her like a daughter. His guidance and support helped Esther become queen and ultimately save the Jewish people from destruction during the events of Purim.