Spreading Purim Cheer
NCSY is proud to announce a new initiative for Purim. With our parent body, the Orthodox Union, we have produced an informative Purim card meant to be inserted in shalach manos. But it doesn’t just say “Happy Purim.” It tells the Purim story, explains the mitzvot of Purim and much more. Its purpose is for Jews who are currently Torah-observant to use in shalach manos meant for their non-observant (or “not-yet-observant") friends, neighbors and colleagues.
Purim is a special time. It’s a time when we reach out to others, with gifts of food and charity. We celebrate joyfully, but we don’t forget others - be they our friends or the needy.
With this initiative, we can share more than just hamentashen and fruit. We can share Torah by enlightening people as to what Purim is. We encourage people to get these cards, free of charge from NCSY at friedag@ou.org, and to remember our less-affiliated brethren in this festive occasion.
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