- by cnn
- 15 Aug 2024
Here's a look at Purim, a Jewish holiday celebrating Queen Esther.
In 2024, Purim will begin at sundown on March 23 and end at nightfall on March 24.
Purim is the celebration of the story of Queen Esther of Persia.
The story is recounted in the Megillah, also known as the Book of Esther in the Bible.
The earliest observances of Purim are believed to date back to the 5th century BC.
Purim is a celebration of the bravery of Queen Esther.
An orphan, Esther was raised by her relative Mordechai.
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