Category: Aish

It is challenging to be fully yourself in this cancel-culture driven world where it seems you’re one tweet away from ruining your life. So you wear masks to protect yourself from other people’s judgments and you don’t let anyone see the real face behind that mask. The upcoming holiday of Purim is a special time…

Ellie Zeiler was living the high life. At just 17 years old, the social media sensation – who has millions of followers on TikTok and Instagram – was living in Los Angeles, going to exciting events and following her dreams. She was young, popular, and successful and had everything she could have ever wanted… or…

The story of Purim unfolds in the Persian empire, where King Achashverosh rules over 127 provinces. To showcase his wealth and power, the King hosts an extravagant 180-day feast for his officials, followed by a seven-day banquet for all the people in Shushan, the capital city. At the same time, Queen Vashti hosts a separate…

As the fearless warlord entered the synagogue, the congregation fell silent, not knowing why he was there or what he was about to demand. They didn’t know it then, but the incident would soon be etched into the ancient community’s collective memory. Many are familiar with the Jewish custom of using a “grogger” or making…

This week, Jews around the world celebrate Purim, the festival commemorating our triumph over the wicked Haman. In much of the world, we eat the popular treat Hamentashen to symbolize our victory. Here are some lesser-known Purim treats from around the world. Try some in your “Mishloach Manot” (the gift baskets Jews traditionally give one…

Saul Blinkoff is a Hollywood veteran. For over 20 years, he’s worked on animated films and TV shows, including the likes of “Mulan,” “Pocahontas,” “Tarzan,” and “The Hunchback of Notre Dame.” The proud observant Jew and animator always brings his Judaism into his work; he once drew a mezuzah on Winnie the Pooh’s door, making…

Living with a highly sensitive spouse can feel like walking a fine line. You want to protect their feelings, but it can be exhausting to constantly tiptoe around potential triggers. Maybe you’ve caught yourself rehearsing what you want to say, afraid an offhand comment might spark hurt or defensiveness. Or perhaps their emotional ups and…