In the month of Adar, the evil Haman, uncle to the Persian King Ahasuerus, planned to have all Jews in the kingdom murdered. Esther, wife of the Persian king, risked her life to save her people by revealing herself as a Jew. Haman and his son were arrested and executed. Esther’s courageous act gave rise to a new festival – Purim. Come celebrate Purim with the Barony of Bright Hills! The tradition of Purim is to wear costumes. As Purim has been celebrated across the centuries, garb and costume from any century within the SCA time period is allowed. If you wish, add some “bling” to your traditional garb: spangles, ribbons, bows, bells, and anything else that makes it silly! Purim is also the only Jewish holiday when men and women can dress as one another…
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