Purim is an amazing and fun and sometimes forgotten holiday. Purim is of the holidays that was added AFTER the Torah was written so while you won’t see it mentioned in the actual Torah, it has it’s own scroll dedicated to the holiday. That scroll is called Megillat Esther (the scroll of Esther). (Another fun note – Megillat Esther is the only book of the Tanach that doesn’t mention G-d once! Here’s some fun reading on that topic.)
So, like every Jewish holiday, there are certain Mitzvahs that we are supposed to complete. For Purim, there are four. They are:
Hear the Megillah
Give to the needy (Matanot LaEvyonim)
Give food packages to friends (Mishlach Manot)
Have a festive meal
So, look for megillah readings, find your favorite place to give tzedakah (charity), and invite some friends over for a festive meal… but what about those food packages? Mishlach Manot are often a tough one for people. It takes a bit of planning and thinking things through… well, MazelTogether has the solution for you!
Our team has put together resources and ideas for you and your family to help making Mishlach Manot easier! We are calling it the Purim Basket Brigade! Invite some friends over and make up a few Purim baskets then deliver them to your friends and neighbors. If you want to take it to the next level, bring together a group of people from your neighborhood or community.