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Purim 2026
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Jewish Practice
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Purim 2026
Purim Basics
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From the classic work
Sefer Hatodaah
Rabbi Ki-Tov discusses Purim: its laws, customs and significance as explained by the sages of yore.
Remember what Amalek did to you
Insights on Parshat Zachor
2 Comments
A Day of Mobilization & Fasting
The Reason Behind the Fast.
The Half Shekel
9 Comments
The Reading of the Megillah
Additional Guidelines and Insights on Megillah Reading
11 Comments
The Blessings of the Megillah
2 Comments
Mishloach Manot:
Sending Food Gifts on Purim
Exchanging Gifts of Food Between Friends
Matanot L'evyonim:
Gifts for the Poor on Purim Day
3 Comments
The Significance of the Festive Purim Meal
Insights on the Deeper Aspect of the Purim Meal
1 Comment
Mishteh:
Feasting on Purim
2 Comments
Purim Allusions
Until He Cannot Differentiate
Why We Drink on Purim.
1 Comment
Al Ha-Nissim
How and When.
The Days of Purim
Shushan Purim
8 Comments
When Shushan Purim Is on Shabbat
The Three-Day Purim (Purim Meshulash)
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Purim 2026
Purim Basics
How to Celebrate Purim
What Is Purim?
What to Expect at a Purim Party
Mishloach Manot: Sending Food Gifts on Purim
Happy Purim
15 Purim Facts Every Jew Should Know
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