Browsing Articles by Straus Center Faculty and Staff by Subject "Purim"

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    • The enduring story of Esther in America. 

      Halpern, Stuart (TRIBE Media, 2021-02-16)
      The author explores the theme of identity in the story of Esther, arguing that society can only flourish if it allows others to wear their community loyalties proudly.

    • Queen Esther, a hero of our time. 

      Soloveichik, Meir (The New York Times, 2020-03-08)
      A paradox of Jewish fragility and heroism. A perplexing paradox lies at the heart of Purim, the holiday celebrated this week by Jews around the world. No day is more associated with Jewish joy; yet rightly understood...