Purim פורים
Rabbinic (D'Rabbanan)
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14 Adar
The Festival of Lots — celebrates the salvation of the Jewish people from Haman's plot to destroy them, as recorded in the Book of Esther. Observed by reading the Megillah (Scroll of Esther), giving gifts of food, charity, and a festive meal.
Readings
Torah Reading
Exodus 17:8-16
Haftarah Reading
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