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Jews around the world just celebrated the holiday of Purim, which is said to mark the survival of Jews in ancient Persia. In Israel, it is known for being a raucous holiday with parties, costumes, sweets and drinking. But for many Israelis, the war meant this year’s holiday felt different.
The Magazine spoke with five spiritual leaders – leading Torah scholars in Israel, a rabbanit/teacher of Talmud and Jewish law, and a Reform rabbi in New York – for their perspectives.