Sunday, March 11, 2012

Purim Story Continues



Haman pulling the horse Mordechai was on as a rewarded for saving the king's life while chanting "Thus shall be done to the man whom the king wishes to honor." Afterwards, he grumpily went to attend the party he was invited to by the Queen.


Esther told the king at the second party that it was Haman, his adviser, who was trying to get rid of her people, the Jewish nation. This was the first time she revealed her identity as a Jew to the king. The king couldnt believe that Haman would want to do that to his Queen and her nation. He quicky told his gaurds to come get Haman and take him away. Now, the Jewish people were saved from Haman's plan and they were victorious instead.
Mordechai and Esther wrote the Megillah, and asked that the Jewish people celebrate the Holiday of Purim each year. This would be to remember the miracles that took place in Persia that year and how Hashem made different events unfold such as Esther becoming Queen so that one day she will be able to help her brothers in need.
The 4 Mitzvos of Purim are to;
1. Hear the megillah.
2. Give presents of food - Mishloach Manos to at least one person.
3. Give Tzedakah / money to at least 2 people.
4. Eat a meal

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