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Purim is a very festive holiday, where we commemorate being saved from a massacre at the hands of Amalek, specifically his descendent Haman. For this holiday we read from the Book of Esther, dress in costumes and act silly. The Megillah reading is both in the evening before and the day of Purim. On the day of Purim there is also a large meal known as the Purim Seudah. Information about the Kenesseth Israel seudah will be posted shortly before Purim.
Hear the Megillah!
Hear the complete story of how Mordechai and Queen Esther helps save the Jewish people from the hands of the wicked Haman. Once at night and a second time Purim day.
Give Gifts of Food!
Purim is a day we show extra special friendship to our friends. Send your friends gifts of food that include at least two different types of food. For example: fruits and candies; cookies and a bottle of juice, etc...
Give Tzedakah (Charity)!
Give some money to two poor people (or more) or put at least two coins in your favorite charity box.
Eat and Rejoice!
Participate in a festive meal on Purim afternoon. Sit together with your family and friends, sing Jewish songs, tell the story of Purim, and be merry!