Purim general
Do we say Halal on Purim?
No
When do we fast
13 Adar
How many times do we read the Megila on Purim and when?
2 once by night and once by day
What does the word MONOS of Mishloach Monos teach us?
That we should give at least two food gifts as its plural
What Tefilah do we add in Shmoina Esrei and Bentching on Purim?
וְעַל הַנִיסִים
Why do we fast?
As Yidden fasted and did Teshuva during the battle in times of Mordechai and Esther (as is done in most battles)
Why are woman obligated in the Mitzva of Megila if it is time bound?
As Woman were includded in the decree and in the salvation
at least how many people should we give Shalach Monos to?
1
If you forgot V'Al Hanisim do you need to repeat Shmonah Esrei?
No
Is this a strict fast?Why
no as its not for the Churban
What should we make sure when hearing the Megila
to hear every word and to ensure only children old enough to be quiet should be inside during Megila as not to disturb.
What type of food should we give?
ready to eat/not raw
If you forgot V'Al Hanisim and remember before the Harachaman's what do you do?
You add a special Harachaman for the miracles of Purim (part of V'Al Hanisim)
what is a costume to give before Mincha on Taanis Esther
3 Machatzis Hashekel's
How many Pesukim do we say out loud in the Megila ? name at least 2 of them
4 -אישׁ יהודי,ומרדכי יצא,ליהודים היתה אורה,כּי מרדכי היהודי
How many poor people should we give Matonos L'Evyonim to?
at least 2 -1 coin each
What do we read in the Torah about on Purim?
עַמָלֵק
name the 3-4 special Parshaios read at this time of the year
Shkolim,Zochor,Para and Hachodesh
What does בּרב עם הדרת מלך mean and in connection to Megila?
When there is a bigger crowd it is more honorable for the king,therefore better to go to shul to hear the Megila with more people, as its more Honorable for Hashem.
Which Mitzvos of Purim is it preferable we spend the most money on?
Matonos L'Evyonim(Money for the poor)