Dictionary of Bible Themes Dictionary of Bible Themes » 7000 God's people » 7300 Institutions and culture of OT » 7418 Purim A Jewish festival of rejoicing and feasting celebrated in the month of Adar (February-March) commemorating the deliverance of the Jews recorded in the book of Esther. The origins of Purim Esther's position as queen Haman's death The right of the Jews to avenge themselves on their enemies Explanation of the name Esther 9:26 The word “pur”, meaning “lots”, relates to the lots cast to determine the time set for the massacre. The date for celebrating Purim See also Esther 9:17-19 those living in Susa celebrated on 15th Adar, those in rural towns on 14th The establishment of Purim See also
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