PURIM 1
Who was the name of the second queen of Persia and the wife to the King?
Esther
How did Ahashverosh choose a new wife?
He held a beauty pagaent
What is "Mishloach Manot"?
Gift baskets for friends or/and family
How many times is God mentioned in the Megillah?
It isn't!!
What month is Purim in?
The month of Adar, 12th Month
What was Esther's cousin named?
Mordechai
Where was the King's Palace located?
Shushan (Persia)
Who tried to have the King kill all the Jews?
Haman
What did Mordechai tell Esther not to tell Achashverosh?
That she is not Jewish
During a leap year, how many months of Adar are there?
Two
What was the name of the King of Persia?
Achashverosh
According to the Purim story, what did Mordechai refuse to do?
Bow down
You shake me when you hear the name Haman
WHy do we wear costumes and masks on purim?
To remember why Esther had to hide her identity
How long did the Jewish people Fast and Pray for?
Fast & Pray for 3 days & Nights
Who was the original wife of the King of Persia?
Vashti
How do you say scroll in Hebrew?
Megillah
What are matanot l'evyonim?
Gifts or tzedakah to those in need
What is the least talked about mitzvah for Purim
Have a celebration meal
Name a mitzvah for celebrating Purim
Giving Tzedekah, Reading the Megillah, Being joyous
What is Oznei Haman?
Hamantaschen
What does Purim mean?
Lots (as in a lottery)
How many mitzvot are there for Purim?
What Jewish calendar month is Purim in ?
Adar
How is Megillat Esther different from the Torah?
God is not mentioned in the Megillah.
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One scroll handle on a megillah.