Hebrew words for Purim

Here we continue exploring the Jewish festival of Purim. Purim, also known as the Feast of Lots, is a significant holiday in the Jewish calendar that celebrates the salvation of the Jewish people from the evil Haman. During this festive season, Jewish communities around the world participate in various traditions and customs. People give each other gifts and send treats.

Whether you're already familiar with Purim or just beginning to explore this holiday, these words will definitely help you gain insight into the rich history and significance of this holiday. Let's dive into the world of Hebrew words and discover this wonderful holiday, Purim, together!

Memory game with Hebrew words for Purim

Before we look at the words, we'd like to introduce you to our new memory game for these words. This game explains the words from the list. So, no matter how old you are, you can practice the words and learn them so well that you'll never forget them again!

Memory Game | Purim | 32 Cards

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This set of cards is perfect as a Purim gift. Why not surprise someone with this set? Now for the list:

List of 16 words about Purim

Here are 16 Hebrew terms related to Purim. How many of these words do you already know?

German	Hebrew transliteration	Hebrew
Hamanohr	Osen Haman	God is with us
ratchet	Ra'ashan	רעשׁן
mask	massecha	מַסֵּכָה
Esther role	megillat ester	מְגִלַּת אֶסְתֵּר
Esther	ester	אֶסְתֵּר
Mordecai	Mordechai	מָרְדֳּכַי
Ahashverosh	ahaschverosh	אֲחַשְׁוֵרוֹשׁ
Haman	Haman	המן
poppy	parag	פָּרָג
Purim game	Purimshpil	פּורימשפּיל
Go	pure	פור
Sending portions	mishloach manot	מִשְׁלֹחַ מָנוֹת
costume	tachposset	תַּחְפֹּשֶׂת
parade	ta'alucha	תַּהֲלוּכָה
Haman's wife	seresch	זרשׁ
cast a lot	lehatil pur	לְהַטִּיל פּוֹר

What do these terms mean, and what do they have to do with the Purim festival? Find out in the memory game!

Memory Game | Purim | 32 Cards

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