Purum is a festival that commemorates the deliverance of the Jewish people of the ancient Persian Empire from Haman's plot to annihilate them. According to the story, Haman cast lots to determine the day upon which to exterminate the Jews, but his plans were foiled by Esther, his queen.Morecai, a palace official, cousin and foster parent of Esther, subsequently replaced Haman as the new King. The The Jews were delivered from being the victims of an evil decree against them and were instead allowed by the new King to destroy their enemies, and the day after the battle was designated as a day of feasting and rejoicing.
Purim is characterized by public recitation of the Book of Esther (keriat ha-megilla), giving mutual gifts of food and drink (Mishloach Manot), giving charity to the poor (mattanot la-evyonim), and a celebratory meal (se'udat Purim); other customs include drinking wine, wearing of masks and costumes, and public celebration - and of course, sending one of our delicious Kosher Gift Baskets!
Don't let Purim go by this year without sending a fun and oh so yummy gift basket to loved ones.
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