Feasting is one of the mitzvot of Purim From: Cleveland Jewish News | Date: March 14, 2003| Author: Geduld, Herb | . Provided by ProQuest LLC.Copyright information

Cleveland Jewish News

03-14-2003

Jewish comedian Alan King describes the Jewish festivals in eight words:

"The tried to kill us.

"We won.

"Let's eat!"

While many Jews may take offense at the comedian's description, it seems
quite appropriate for the holiday of Purim, which we celebrate this year on
March 18. One of the primary mitzvot (positive commandments) which the
rabbis instituted for Purim is the holding of a Purim s...

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