Saturday night, March 23
8:30 pm Havdalah, Megillah reading, followed by light dinner
Sunday, March 24
8:30 am - Shacharit & Megillah reading
4:00 PM - PURIM PARTY - ISRAELI STYLE RSVP here>>>
Purim begins Saturday night, March 23 and continues through Sunday, March 25, 2024
The jolly festival of Purim is celebrated every year on the 14th of the Hebrew month of Adar (late winter/early spring). It commemorates the salvation of the Jewish people in ancient Persia from Haman’s evil plot.
It is commemorated with fulfilling 4 Mitzvot:
- Reading of the Megillah (book of Esther), which recounts the story of the Purim miracle. This is done once on the eve of Purim and then again on the following day.
- Giving money gifts to at least two poor people.
- Sending gifts of two kinds of food to at least one person.
- A festive Purim feast, we would love for you to join us at our community party RIGHT HERE>>>
Purim Customs
There is a spirit of revelry and fun on Purim that is unparalleled on the Jewish calendar. Read 15 facts every Jew should know about Purim here
It is also customary for children (and adults, if they desire) to dress up in costumes. Read why here.
A traditional Purim food is hamantaschen (or oznay Haman), three-cornered pastries bursting with poppy seeds or another sweet filling. Read why here.
