◆ Purim 2026
Purim is celebrated on the 14th of Adar (and the 15th in walled cities like Jerusalem). It commemorates the salvation of the Jews of Persia through Mordecai and Esther, as told in the Book of Esther.
Customs & Observances
- Reading the Megillah (Book of Esther) — twice, evening and morning
- Mishloach Manot — sending food gifts to friends
- Matanot L'Evyonim — giving charity to the poor
- Festive Purim meal (Seudah)
- The four mitzvot: Megillah, Mishloach Manot, Matanot L'Evyonim, Seudah
Greetings & Blessings for Purim
Traditional greetings used before, during, and after Purim:
- Happy Purim — the standard greeting
- Chag Purim Sameach — "A joyous Purim holiday"
- Purim Sameach — "A joyous Purim"
בעברית:
- פורים שמח
- חג פורים שמח
- פורים שמח ושמח
About Purim
Purim is celebrated on the 14th of Adar (and the 15th in walled cities like Jerusalem). It commemorates the salvation of the Jews of Persia through Mordecai and Esther, as told in the Book of Esther.
Also known as: Feast of Lots
Jewish holidays begin at sunset on the evening before the date shown and conclude at nightfall (when three medium stars are visible) on the final day. In the Diaspora, major Torah festivals are observed for two days (Yom Tov Sheni shel Galuyot), while in Israel they are observed for one day.
Purim in Upcoming Years
| Year | Date |
|---|---|
| 2027 | March 22, 2027 |
| 2028 | March 9, 2028 |
| 2029 | February 28, 2029 |
| 2030 | March 18, 2030 |