Adon Olam

The Kotzker Rabbi was asked: "Why do we begin Services with 'Adon Olam' and finish with?'Adon Olam'??"
He answered: "We do so in order to demonstrate that the conclusion of the Services does not imply we have praised the Lord sufficiently. No, it is fitting that we should repeat the Services again and again. There is no limit to the praise we ought render the Creator."

Source: Siach Sarfei Kodesh

Hi Everyone!
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Purim, the fun-filled Jewish holiday, falls on the
14th of the Hebrew month of Adar. This year Purim
begins Saturday night March 23, 2024.
In Jerusalem it begins on Sunday night.
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The following resources will help you appreciate and?
enjoy the holiday.
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The Jewish Trivia Quiz

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Purim Trivia
Why do people eat poppy seeds on Purim ??
From what tribe was Mordecai ??
Why was Haman angry at Mordechai ??
Who was queen of Persia before Esther ??
Esther had another name, what was it ??
How many times is Haman's name mentioned in the megillah ??
What did the king do when he couldn't sleep ??
What does the word "Esther" mean ??
How many advisors did king Achashverosh have ??
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The above questions are examples from the multiple choice?
quiz. There are two levels of questions, two timer settings.
Both kids and adults will find it enjoyable.
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English Hebrew Purim vocabulary study sheets.?

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Free Purim Clipart?

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Whether you need a picture to attach to your "Mishloach Manot",
a picture for your child's class project, a graphic for your?
synagogue, Hillel or JCC Purim announcement, the Jewish Clipart?
Database has the pictures for you.?
You can copy, save and print the graphics in three different sizes.?
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Purim Stickers for Whatsapp


Purim Stickers for Telegram


Purim Humor Files - Purim Shpiel / Plays and funny stuff

Worth printing several to entertain your guests at the?
Purim Seudah - festive meal.
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Purim Videos on YouTube

Over 670 videos ranging from Purim Shpiels to funny gags.
New videos will be added as be get closer to Purim.
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My Playlist of Purim Songs on Spotify


Purim Photo Gallery


Purim Coloring Pages:


Megilat Esther - Online and PDF - English and Hebrew Versions


Purim Hebrew song pages.
including Hebrew videos, Hebrew lyrics,
English translations and English transliterations


To learn more about Purim, I posted on my website?
94 site links, ranging from from laws and customs to games and?
recipes. Site languages include English, Hebrew, Russian,?
Spanish, French, Portuguese, German and Italian.
The address is:

All the links in this message are included on the hotsites page.
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Feedback is welcome.

Enjoy!
Please share. Thank you!

Please continue to pray for and support Israel.


May the wounded have a complete and speedy recovery.
May the hostages be freed now.
May God protect the IDF, the police, the security forces
and all of Am Yisrael.

Have a good day
and an early Happy Purim!

Jacob?Richman
jrichman@...

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God's Will and Man's

The Gerer Rabbi in his younger days was extremely poor, his father-in-law having been unsuccessful in business. His wife complained and entreated him to pray to the Lord for money. The Rabbi refused saying: "It is my desire to do the will of God, but not that God should do my will."

Source: Meir Einei ha-Golah

Dear nachlaotcommunity
At least twice I have personally embarrassed myself in this group by posting things in response to an email, that ended up going out to the entire community. In addition to being a stupid mistake of my own absent mindedness, I believe it might be a halachic question of the administrators, if the policy continues against the will of the people participating. I am not accusing anyone of anything, however, I am trying to express the urgency with which I feel this matter need dealing.
This general response is a function of the settings that are in place, perhaps automatically, but can only be changed by the administrators. I would like to make a request to change the settings so that anyone who responds to an email, responds to the person who sent the email and not the entire community.
Does anyone else in the community feel the same way or am I a lone voice? If I am alone, or this is inappropriate, I apologize profusely, as I am not trying to cause harm. I don’t think this is intentional, and certainly not malicious, but I do feel it would benefit the community immensely to change the settings. I have often seen information on the site that should not have been publicized.

Respectfully, Eve

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SEFER CHOFETZ CHAIM ? Day 163 – When the Speaker Cannot be Stopped ? When one finds himself in the company of someone speaking rechilus and finds it difficult to interrupt the speaker, he must leave. If one cannot bring himself to actually walk away, he must, at the very least, not pay attention to what is being said and must make it clear through facial expression that he disapproves of the discussion. ? ? SEFER SHMIRAS HALOSHON ? No Time To Spare ? The message of Hillel’s question And if I am for myself, what am I? goes further. If the average person were to make an accounting of how his regular day is spent, he would see that only a small part of his time is free for spiritual pursuits. How then can he allow these precious moments to slip by without using them to acquire for himself Torah and mitzvos, an eternal acquisition? ? When a person works to provide his wife and children with their needs and pay for his children’s Torah education, his efforts bear great fruit. He will receive reward not only for his hours of Torah study, but for his efforts at earning a livelihood as well, for all his strivings were directed toward one essential purpose — fulfilling Hashem’s will. ? Such is not the case, however, when one strives for a lifestyle of luxury, to live in an expensive home with lavish decor, and to dress his family in rich taste. In truth, such a person is not really toiling for himself, that is, for his soul’s benefit — for whose will is he seeking to fulfill, if not his evil inclination? What good will such striving accomplish for his soul? The same can be said of those who labor until their old age so that they can leave a generous inheritance behind for their loved ones. Such effort does not benefit the soul. ? Hillel exhorts us to use our precious time on this world wisely, and not to let the hours slip by without accomplishment. Let no one delude himself with the notion that a bit of Torah study, and a mitzvah here and there, is sufficient. Keep reading Day 164, the lesson for Shabbos

SEFER CHOFETZ CHAIM ? Day 164 – Avoid the Gossipmonger ? ? ? here are, unfortunately, people who forever gossip, perhaps as a result of their inactivity and their need for social involvement. Unless one honestly feels that he can help such a person to mend his ways, he should avoid his company entirely. If contact with such a person unavoidable, it should be minimized to whatever degree possible.T One must also avoid settings that are prone to discussions of gossip. Ideally, one should find a way to permanently change the nature of conversation at such settings so that those present will be spared the evils of rechilus. ? ? SEFER SHMIRAS HALOSHON ? Market Day ? A merchant who conducts all his business at the regional market has plenty of time off during the long intervals when the market is closed. But can he vacation while the market is open? Certainly not — that is, if he intends to earn a decent livelihood so that he can provide for his family. ? In the spiritual realm, this world is the “market” and every day is “market day.’’ It is in this world that one must acquire the merits which will earn him the light of the World to Come. If one approaches Torah and mitzvos with laziness and allows his days to pass by with little accomplishment, what will he bring with him when his days on this world are over? ? King Shlomo exhorts us: “Whatever you are able to do with your might, do it. For there is neither doing nor reckoning nor knowledge nor wisdom in the grave where you are going” (Koheles?9:10). A Jew must serve Hashem with the full strength of his spirit, and accomplish whatever is within his power, for the next world is the place of reward where the opportunity for accomplishment is no more. As the Sages comment to the verse, “You shall observe the commandments... that I command you today, to perform them” (Devarim?7:11): today — in this life — is the time to perform the commandments, while their primary reward is reserved for tomorrow — that is, for the World to Come (Avodah Zara 4b). ? How much there is to accomplish! One is not seeking to provide for himself for a few months’ time or even for a few years, but for eternity! Of course, guiding one’s children along the path of Torah is part of providing for oneself in the next world, and this too should be approached with great dedication and care. One who does not have the opportunity to raise children of his own in the way of Torah should strive to help educate other Jewish children. Whatever the nature of one’s mission on this earth, let him go about fulfilling it in the best possible way. ? [Hillel said:] “And if not now, when?’’ Dedications and Sponsorships?????? Do you know someone who needs a refuah shleima? A shidduch? Or perhaps a meaningful yahrtzeit is approaching? As a merit for a recovery from illness or for a departed family member you can sponsor a daily email and have over 8,000 people, every day, learn and be inspired as a z’chus for your loved one. Please call?845-352-3505?#113?or email?lozeri@...?to sponsor or for more information on other sponsorship opportunities.

The Choice of Poverty

Said Rabbi Nahum Tzernobiler: "Between poverty and wealth I always choose poverty. It is the best shield against egotism and every evil of spirit; it is the least costly, the most easily attainable; it need not struggle against jealousy and competition; it need answer no questions or suspicions; it is understood without comments and without explanations. I beg of you, my good friends, not to deprive me of this great treasure."

Source: Dor Deah

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Nahva, I would also appreciate a copy, if you receive it, if possible?