Religion and Ritual: Purim
Public Tour
This special edition of our tour Religion and Ritual focuses Purim. It is one of the most cheerful holidays in the Jewish calendar. In fact, however, the Purim story from the Book of Esther has its dark side. The Biblical Megillat Esther recounts a plan to murder all the Jews in Persia. The Torah is the Holy Scripture of Judaism. Children all over the world learn the Hebrew script at an early age in order to be able to read the Torah. Visitors discover more about the meaning of the Holy Scripture for Jews today and their interpretation. A sound map of the world brings Jewish languages to life that developed in the Diaspora.
Sat 28 Feb 2026, 3 pm
Also, we take a look at the Torah, the Holy Scripture of Judaism. Children all over the world learn the Hebrew script at an early age in order to be able to read the Torah. Visitors discover more about the meaning of the Holy Scripture for Jews today and their interpretation. A sound map of the world brings Jewish languages to life that developed in the Diaspora.
In the installation Why Follow the Law, Jews talk about their personal approach to religious commandments. Objects and everyday items tell of Jewish life practices such as the Jewish dietary laws (Kashrut) or the commandment of charity (Zedaka). A flamenco dress, a sewing cushion, and a crown provide insights into the diversity within Judaism.
Torah scroll, Hohensalza (Inowrocław) 1903; Jewish Museum Berlin, donation by the Leavor family in memory of Dr. Hans and Luise Librowicz, photo: Roman März
Public Tours: Current Dates and Topics of our Guided Tours (20)
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Current Dates and Topics of our Guided Tours
You can currently participate in the following public tours. Details and ticket information can be found on the page of the respective guided tour.
