Happy Purim

 Definition of a Jewish holiday: they tried to kill us, we won, let's eat.

Today is Purim, a minor Jewish holiday.  So in this  case, "they" means Haman and "we" means Queen Esther and her Uncle Mordechai.

You'll recall that the Bible tells how King Ahaseurus of Persia grew dissatisfied with his Queen Vashti, and sought to replace her.  How Esther was chosen from among all the eligible maidens of Shushan.  How Esther's uncle Mordechai foiled a plot against the King.  How the King's evil advisor Haman plotted to kill all the Jews of Persia.  And how Esther, at her uncle's bidding, intervened and save the lives of her people.

Purim is a happy holiday, sort of a cross between Mardi Gras and Halloween. Costumes are involved, fun activities like carnivals and shows are planned. and you get to eat Hamantaschen, triangular pastries designed to represent Haman's tricorner hat. during the reading of the Megillah, the story of Esther, you can use your noisemaker to drown out Haman's name. in synagogue!

There is feasting - and drinking - involved.  It is said that you're supposed to drink until you can't tell the difference between Haman and Mordechai.

It’s a fun holiday, but it’s one that reaffirms the resilience of the Jewish people.