Preparing for Purim in Jerusalem 2015

In two days time it will be Purim and this is one of those special times of the year when being in Israel is THE BEST place for a Jew. You just need to take a walk down the road and you will find all kinds of stores filled with costumes and gifts.

 Whether it is the entrance of a store that sells an array of accessories..

 The corner kiosk that usually sells snacks, drinks and flowers.

A sweet store or a stationery / hobby shop..

Everyone is involved in the theme of preparing for Purim.

There are all kinds of baskets, pretty bags and containers, nosh, treats and more..

With all the excitement, one of the very special central themes of Purim is to take care of those in need. This is done by giving Matanot Le'Evyonim, which in English is gifts to the poor. These gifts are not the pretty gifts with chocolates, drinks and other nosh. These gifts are monetary ones to help those less fortunate or in need for whatever reason to have the finances to pay for their expenses.

We hope you have enjoyed the photo's that illustrate the atmosphere of Israel and invite you to join us in giving Matanot Le'Evyonim.

Please visit our website or be in touch. Purim is JUST two days away to time is of the essence.

We look forward to hearing from you

Shoshanah Shear of Chessed Ve'Emet

Purim, Mishloach Manot and Matanot LeEvyonim

Can you believe it is Purim time again? The stores are filled with all kinds of goodies and reduced prices with attractive baskets to give as gifts of Mishloach Manot. 

Kids are selecting their costume to dress up and many adults join in the fun too. 

This year, sadly we did not have drivers to deliver our Mishloach Manos, but we still have a Mitzvah that you can join us in carrying out. 

That would of course be Matanot Le'Evyonim. In this case we are specifically assisting needy orphans in Jerusalem. If you have any Maaser or Tzeddakah money set aside for the purpose of giving Matanot Le'Evyonim, please support our campaign and help us to help those in need THIS Purim.

Why should YOU assist? Because together, we can change the world through Kindness.

 

Who is considered as poor? Here is a thought provoking blog post that will give you some ideas to think over.

Thank you for your assistance

Purim Somayach to Everyone.

Shoshanah Shear of Chessed Ve'Emet