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Purim

Purim is a joyful celebration of God’s hidden hand in the story of Esther. It commemorates the deliverance of the Jewish people from Haman’s plot in ancient Persia. Through courage, fasting, and faith, Esther andMordechai helped bring about a great reversal. Purim reminds us that even when God seems hidden, He is always at work behind the scenes, turning sorrow into gladness and darkness into light.
Find Organisations sharing Mishloach Manot, Books, Articles and Youtube Videos on this page.

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“Who knows whether you have come to the kingdom for such a time as this?” — Esther 4:14

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These ministries help fulfil the Purim mitzvah of Mishloach Manot by distributing gifts of food to those in need.

Chayal El Chayal

Chayal El Chayal is packing thousands of Mishloach Manot (Purim Packages) to be delivered to IDF lone soldiers and their units on Purim. There is no designated donate button for Purim, but any amount towards the lne soldiers will be appreciated.

Yashar LaChayal

This Purim, no one gets forgotten. Help us give out 10,000 Mishloach Manot

Helping Israel Fund

This Purim, Helping Israel Fund is delivering thousands of mishloach manot packages to soldiers across Israel, from the northern to southern borders. More than festive treats, these gifts are a meaningful reminder to Israel’s soldiers that they are appreciated, supported, and not forgotten—especially while serving far from home.

American Zionist Movement

AZM’s Purim Connection Program expresses gratitude to IDF Reservists and their families by delivering mishloach manot packages across Israel. In response to the ongoing service of reservists since October 7, each package offers encouragement and solidarity, while also supporting Israeli small businesses owned by reservists—creating a meaningful double impact this Purim.

One Family

Join OneFamily in bringing comfort and joy to terror victims in Israel this Purim by helping deliver over 5,000 mishloach manot baskets filled with treats, games, and heartfelt care. Hand-delivered across Israel, each basket is a reminder that those affected by terror are not alone — they are seen, supported, and remembered. Together, we can help bring light and joy, even in a dark hour.

Yad Eliezer

Yad Eliezer began 40 years ago as a small neighborhood initiative to combat poverty and hunger in Israel. Today, it runs a wide range of programs supporting at-risk youth, soldiers, single mothers, and struggling families. While its reach has grown, Yad Eliezer remains deeply committed to protecting the dignity of those it serves, providing both immediate relief and long-term pathways out of poverty.

“Purim is the festival that reminds us that even when God is hidden, hope is not lost.” — Rabbi Jonathan Sacks

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Books

Cover of The Queen You Thought You Knew by Rabbi David Fohrman, a deeper literary and spiritual exploration of the Book of Esther.

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The Queen You Thought You Knew

Rabbi David Fohrman

A fresh, unsettling rereading of the Book of Esther that reveals a deeper, adult Purim story hidden beneath the familiar tale.

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“The story of Purim teaches that every generation must choose courage over fear.” — Elie Wiesel

Articles

Delivering Mishloach Manot (Purim baskets)

🌱 Why Do Jews Send Mishloach Manot on Purim?

Rabbi Shmuel Herzfeld

“Therefore the Jews of the villages, that dwelt in the unwalled towns, made the 14th day of the month of Adar a day of gladness and feasting, a holiday, and of sending portions to one another (mishloach manot ).”

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🌱 Ramadan Earthquake Strikes Ancient Shushan Ten Days Before Purim, Putting Iran in the Crosshairs of Ezekiel’s Prophecy

Adam Eliyahu Berkowitz

Ezekiel is explicit: God fights the war of Gog u’Magog not through human military power but through the forces of nature — earthquake, fire, hailstones, and torrential rain.

🌱 Purim: Leaving Nothing to Chance

FFOZ Staff Writer

The book of Esther teaches us that God sometimes works through hidden miracles.

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🌱 Find the Hidden Meanings in Purim

K.J. Kruger

It seems that we spend our time baking, designing costumes, and writing skits and songs (Purim Shpiels). Sometimes the bigger picture is lost amid all the noise.

“Deliverance often begins with one quiet act of courage.”

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Youtube Videos

🌱 Purim:

The Queen You Thought You Knew

What if the Megillah you’ve heard since childhood is only the surface of a far deeper story—one that challenges you, unsettles you, and invites you to read Purim with adult eyes for the very first time?

🌳 Esther's Secret:

Why Jews Celebrate Her Every Year on Purim

Esther’s Secret: Why Jews Celebrate Her Every Year on Purim explores the timeless story of Queen Esther — the Jewish heroine who risked her life to save her people from destruction in ancient Persia. It explains how her courage and hidden identity are central to the annual Purim celebration, a festival of survival, joy, and remembrance based on the events of the Book of Esther.”

🌱 Purim and the Secrets of the Book of Esther

What makes Purim so mysterious? In this class, we uncover the hidden layers of the Book of Esther — from divine concealment to the deeper meaning behind the twists, reversals, and unlikely heroes. Discover how the “secrets” of Purim reveal a powerful message about hidden providence, courage, and seeing God even when He seems absent.

“Out of Zion shall go forth the word of the Lord.” — Isaiah 2:3

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