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Unfortunately for Haman, Esther is Jewish (a fact not known to the king) and Mordecai is her cousin This cylindrical red cap, sometimes with a tassel, was traditionally worn by Jews from the former Ottoman empire, especially Morocco. Jews tend to call it by its Arabic name, Tarboush. During synagogue services, Jewish men traditionally don prayer shawls and cover their heads with kippot, practices that some liberal Jewishwomen have adopted as well. Unlike some of the other Jewish festivals such as Passover and Rosh Hashanah (the Jewish New Year), Purim is regarded as a more ‘minor’ festival in that work and other normal activities are permitted.

There are several styles of kippot (the plural of kippah) that are common around the world. Often, the style of kippah worn signals the religious (and even political) affiliation of the wearer. Knitted Kippah Knit kippot, photo via Wikimedia Commons. The UK’s Chief Rabbi, Ephraim Mirvis, has already warned against Jews gathering this Purim, saying “let us guarantee that we will celebrate safety”. This year’s Purim will be mostly marked at home in bubbles, with more low-key celebrations, as well as virtual events. A boy wearing a dress-up costume to mark the upcoming Jewish holiday of Purim (Photo: REUTERS/Ammar Awad) Various dishes are specifically prepared, including hamantaschen (meaning Haman's ears) which is a sweet pastry filled with nut butter. A large braided bread called a challah is also eaten and men are encouraged to drink to excess. On the day of Purim, it is common to greet friends and family by saying "Chag Purim Sameach", which is Hebrew for "Happy Purim". They also send each other baskets of food and drinks, known as mishloach manot.

What are the other customs?

But there is concern some of the most strictly Orthodox (Haredi) Jews may not adhere to the rules as prayer is still permitted in places of worship. Today, most Jewish men who identify as Orthodox cover their heads at all times (except when sleeping or bathing). Jews from non-Orthodox movements also cover their heads— men and, in some cases, women. Some wear a head covering all the time, others wear one just inside a synagogue, while studying Torah and/or when eating. Many choose a kippah for this purpose (also called a yarmulke or skull cap), but others fulfill the obligation with any kind of secular head covering (baseball caps are popular). In an age when news is readily accessible, Jewish News provides high-quality content free online and offline, removing any financial barriers to connecting people. Jewish News holds our community together and keeps us connected. Like a synagogue, it’s where people turn to feel part of something bigger. It also proudly shows the rest of Britain the vibrancy and rich culture of modern Jewish life. Clothing has long played a significant role in Judaism,reflecting religious identification, social status, emotional state and even the Jews’ relation with the outside world. The ancient rabbis taught that maintaining their distinctive dress in Egypt was one of the reasons the Jews were worthy of being rescued from servitude. Distinctive Jewish GarmentsToday

Ultra-Orthodox Jews and a boy read the Book of Esther at a synagogue in the Israeli city of Beit Shemesh Menahem Kahana/ AFP

The festival begins at sundown on Wednesday night and lasts for just 24 fun-filled hours. How is the festival celebrated?

In another tweet, she added: “Also they said they didn’t put Rabbi and Gestapo costume next to each other (as if that’s one step too far but selling the costumes is fine). Less than 1 year later & they’ve moved the costumes next to each other.” Below is a sampling of different kinds of Jewish head coverings worn in various communities around the world. A kippah, or yarmulke, is a kind of minimal cap that covers the crown of the head. It is worn for religious purposes, not for sun protection or keeping off rain. Some Jews will wear a kippah under a different kind of hat.This can be observed through Freddie Starr portrait of Adolf Hitler or John Cleese [don’t mention the war] goose step.”

The origins of men covering their heads with a hat or yarmulke(skullcap) are not clear. The Talmud relates several incidents where covering the head is considered a sign of submission to divine authority. Some attribute it to the Jews’ need or desire to differentiate themselves from Christians, for whom removal of the hat was a sign of respect. By the 16th century, it had become common enough to be codified as normative behavior among the more observant, who still cover their heads all day or at least during prayer and study. These hand-embroidered, colorful kippot are usually larger than other kinds, covering most of the top of the head and secured by a wide band. They are worn by Bukharian Jews (of course) but also many other Jewish children because they are less likely to slip off the head than other styles. Lots of other Jews also enjoy these beautiful head coverings. Satin Kippah When the Jews were sovereign in their land in ancient times, the standard of dress of those who were wealthy, such as successful landowners, reflected their status. The nobility and upper classes dressed more elegantly. The styles of the neighboring peoples also had their influence. But when the Jews were exiled (70 C.E.) and lived under foreign control, the impoverishment of many Jews became evident in their dress.The festival takes place on the 15th day of the Jewish month of Adar – which is the date in the story when Haman’s plan to have the Jews killed was supposed to go into effect.