The Forward

Women Read the Megillah

From Haifa to Dimona, women are gathering to unfurl the Megillah and let Queen Esther’s voice come through. The feeling, for me and every woman who participates, is that a woman’s reading brings the ...
Jewish Journal

The whole megillah: Ten reasons to love Purim

So what is Purim about? This short guide explains the various holiday traditions and celebrations, as well as a few suggestions of unique and fun ways to partake in the festivities. 1. Megillah ...
Jewish Telegraphic Agency

In Orthodox communities where women don’t read Torah, Purim offers a rare opportunity

According to the Jewish Orthodox Feminist Alliance, at least 105 women-led Megillah readings, for both mixed-gender and women-only audiences, are taking place worldwide this year. (JTA) — When Alyza ...
The News-Press

Purim and reading of the Megillah

Gourmet Pancakes Plus Gourmet Breakfast will be served at 11 a.m. Sunday in the community hall at The Community Free synagogue, 10868 Metro Parkway in Fort Myers. The reading of the Megillah (scroll) ...
The Jewish Exponent

In Orthodox Communities Where Women Don’t Read Torah, Purim Offers a Rare Opportunity

When Alyza Lewin became a bat mitzvah in 1977, the fact that she had a ritual ceremony at all was still relatively revolutionary in Orthodox circles. But she took the rite of passage a step further, ...