Book of Esther — Megilat Ester

One of Yael Eckstein's daughters dressed up for Purim while eating a cookie.

Today’s phrase is “Book of Esther,” and is related to the Jewish festival, Purim, which is observed at sundown on March 6, ending at sundown on Tuesday, March 7. Purim celebrates the story of Queen Esther.

English Meaning Book of Esther
Hebrew Translation מגילת אסתר
Theme Jewish Holidays
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