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Like most holidays in the Jewish calendar, Purim celebrates the near annihilation and last-minute redemption of the Jewish people – this time through the wily actions of Mordechai and Esther in the face of evil Haman.

 

But exciting as it is, the details of the biblical story are pretty well-known. That’s why at ISRAEL21c we thought we’d give you the lowdown on 14 almost equally important facts relating to the celebrations. This year, Purim will be celebrated from sundown March 9 through sundown March 10 (except in Jerusalem; see below).

 

1. Hamantaschen: yes or no? 
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