Purim
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Times for Fast of Esther
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| Purim is in Tuesday, the 14 Adar 03/03/2026 | Shoshan Purim is in Wednesday, the 15 Adar 04/03/2026 |
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Zecher LeMachatzit HaShekel
Why do we give it? Who needs to give it? How much is one obligated to give? When and to whom should one give it? -
Happy Birthday
When we are little, nothing excites us more than that long awaited birthday. As we et older, that blissful excitement quietly dwindles.But this is not how we should see such a joyous day! -
Purim and Pesach
The holiday of Pesach follows that of Purim. Therefore, it is appropriate to compare the two holidays. -
Unjust Desserts
I sent a mud cake as a practical joke for Mishloach Manot to my best friend, and the cake made its way to the wrong person. Do I have to pay for the damage? -
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Matanot La’evyonim
What is the minimum gift to fulfill the Mitzvah? May I give money? Must the poor person use the money on Purim? Can I fulfill the Mitzvah by check? -
To Drink or Not to Drink?
Drinking very often can result in catastrophic consequences. How to understand the obligation of drinking on Purim? A Halachic Analysis of Getting Drunk on Purim.
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