The Purim parade in Jerusalem celebrated the Jewish holiday while also highlighting the plight of hostages in Gaza with a giant yellow ribbon. This year’s event was marked by the recent attacks on October 7, 2023, contributing emotional weight to the festivities. Participants expressed a collective sentiment that their celebration also honored those unable to celebrate due to their captivity. The symbol of the yellow ribbon served as a powerful reminder of community support for the hostages and advocacy for their release, intertwining joy with empathy during this traditional observance.
It feels like really special (Purim this year) because, there's still like 70 or so (hostages) in Gaza and they can't celebrate Purim so it's almost like we're celebrating for them by setting up the symbol, and by advocating for their release, just to bring them home.
This year's Purim observance carried added significance for many, as it followed the 7 October 2023 attacks and the ongoing conflict in Gaza.
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