Can you drink on Purim?

Can you drink on Purim?

In the Sefer Hameorot it is written that making oneself drunk is not the Torah’s idea of joy: “It is only an act of foolishness.” Rabbenu Efraim of the Gemara ruled that the Talmud rejected the obligation to drink wine on Purim.

What is the real story of Purim?

Purim, (Hebrew: “Lots”) English Feast of Lots, a joyous Jewish festival commemorating the survival of the Jews who, in the 5th century bce, were marked for death by their Persian rulers. The story is related in the biblical Book of Esther.

What is the reason for Purim?

Purim commemorates the time when the Jewish people living in Persia were saved from extermination by the courage of a young Jewish woman called Esther.

Is it appropriate to say Happy Purim?

The proper greeting for Purim The proper greeting for people celebrating Purim is “happy Purim,” or chag Purim sameach in Hebrew. The phrase Chag sameach means “happy holiday” and can be used for any joyous Jewish holiday. But on Purim specifically, its usage is special, according to Krasner.

Is it a mitzvah to eat meat on Purim?

It is a Mitzvah to have a sumptuous meal on Purim, including meat and wine. This meal is held during the day. If one holds it at night, he fails to fulfill his obligation.

When does the Jewish holiday of Purim start?

1. Purim Is the Jolliest Day of the Year The jolly festival of Purim is celebrated every year on the 14th of the Hebrew month of Adar (late winter/early spring). Purim 2021 begins on Thursday night, February 25 and continues through Friday, February 26, (February 27-28 in Jerusalem).

What should I wear to the Purim meal?

One should wear festival clothing and rejoice. The main Purim meal is held Purim afternoon and is preceded by Minchah. The meal is extended into the night. Most of the meal should, however, be during the day.

What to do when Purim falls on Erev Shabbat?

When Purim falls on Erev Shabbat, the meal is held early, and is concluded sufficiently before Shabbat for one to be able to partake of the Shabbat meal with a good appetite. Some follow the practice of extending their meal till Shabbat arrives. They then place a Shabbat tablecloth on the table, recite Kiddush, and continue their meal.