Category Archives: Purim

I happened to have the privilege this past Shabbat of learning with some friends at my nearest local out-of-town Center-Right Modern Orthodox Shul. As I do when I “happen to learn with friends,” I prepared plenty of sources ahead of … Continue reading →

Posted on February 27, 2013 by rebleib1 | Leave a comment

Purim: Peeling Back the Mask, With a Little Help From Our Friends

Posted on February 17, 2013 by rebleib1

A dichotomy: Purim is a time in which we are acutely aware of the poor. The Mitzvah of Matanot La’evyonim reminds us perhaps more poignantly than at any other time of year that the poor need consideration, attention, and respect. … Continue reading →

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Drinking on Purim – Sources – UPDATED WITH HIGHLIGHTS AND EXPLANATIONS

Posted on March 5, 2012 by rebleib1

I gave a Shiur this past Shabbat on the Halachic background related to Drinking on Purim. Although, of course, there is no Audio for this Shiur, I am attaching the Source Sheets in case anyone would like to study or … Continue reading →

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