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Purim, celebrated on the 14th of Adar, is the festival commemorating the breathtaking victory over the murderous designs of Haman. It is observed on the fourteenth day of the Hebrew month of Adar. This joyous festival reveals the hidden Hand of G-d in the events of man. It is a day to be celebrated by the entire family - not only adults and boys and girls past Bar/Bas Mitzvah. Youngsters too should be encouraged to fulfill the mitzvot of Purim.
Purim 2025 begins Thursday night, March 13, and continues until Shabbat, March 15 (extending through Sunday in Jerusalem).
The Purim story is directly relevant to our contemporary world. As the Megillah itself tells us, that when we celebrate Purim each year, the miraculous events of Purim are "remembered and reenacted" in our lives.
Haman, Then and Now
One does not have to look far to find Haman's modern-day heirs. Now, as then, there are evil schemers who seek to scapegoat the Jewish people and -- Heaven forfend -- to erase us from the face of the earth. Each time they rise up to destroy us, their schemes are foiled by the miraculous Hand of G-d, like we’ve seen time and time again during the wars with Hamas and Hezbollah.
From Redemption to Redemption
Throughout our history, we have seen miracles. Despite centuries upon centuries of persecution, we have survived and flourished, by the Grace of G-d. Yet we have remained in exile for nearly 2,000 years, hoping and praying for the final and complete Redemption -- the Redemption that will end suffering and exile forever. May the observance of Purim be a precursor to the coming of Moshiach, our Righteous Redeemer, whose imminent arrival will bring about a better life for all the nations of the world
To hear the Megillah, head to your nearest Chabad House or call Rabbi Yehuda at +1 (347) 770-4412 to hear more options. For more information on the other 3 Mitzvot of Purim, visit www.VirtualPurim.org
Wishing you a happy Purim and Shabbat Shalom!
With Purim leading right into Shabbat this year (2025), be sure to schedule your Purim celebration and observances so as not to compromise the sanctity of Shabbat.
Shabbat begins with candle lighting at 6:44 PM for NYC.
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