Written by: Rabbi Ora Nitkin-Kaner
Purim is a story of revolution and social transformation. The megillah recounts how two Jews worked within an oppressive system to allow victims of persecution to rise up, defend themselves, and claim their rights.
One of these Jews was called Esther; the other was Mordechai. Both of them were inspiring (and not-uncomplicated) ancient radicals.
So who are our modern-day Esthers and Mordechais?
On Monday, March 9 at 7 pm, we’ll celebrate Purim 2020: Make Some Noise. In addition to megillah-reading, noshing, laughing, and noise-making, we’re planning a Moth-style storytelling moment, and asking YOU to tell us a (1-minute) tale of when YOU took a stand, made some noise, got the attention of people in power, or nudged a community one step closer to justice.
Give us a forshbeis (a nibble/appetizer) of your story in the comments below!
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Looking forward to celebrating Purim 2020: Make Some Noise with AARC? We’re looking forward to celebrating with YOU! Sign up here to read a chapter of the megillah in English, bring hamantaschen, or contribute to our dessert potluck.
How else can you prepare for Purim 2020: Make Some Noise?
- learn more about Purim-as-revolution
- prepare a costume on the themes of Speaking Truth to Power, Which Jew Are You, or Big-Topsy-Turvy
- craft your most creative noisemaker
- start thinking of yourself as your own personal Purim hero!
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