Ultra-Orthodox Jews Celebrate Genocide Salvation Recounted in Book of Esther

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Ultra-Orthodox Jews read the book of Esther during celebrations for the Jewish holiday of Purim at a synagogue in Bnei Brak, Israel, Wednesday. Purim is a celebration of the Jews’ salvation from genocide in ancient Persia, as recounted in the book of Esther.

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