Explore the significance of Parshat Zachor, the Shabbat before Purim. Learn why reading these three verses is a biblical obligation, how the community avoids unnecessary delay by using two Torah scrolls, and the spiritual connection between erasing the memory of Amalek and the celebration of Purim.

https://www.torahrecordings.com/chabad-customs/012/014_004

This teaching outlines the detailed Chabad traditions for Purim, focusing on the specific insertions in the daily prayers (V’al Hanissim), the unique structure of the Kaddish on Saturday night, and the precise laws governing a kosher Megillah reading—including Chabad-specific scribal customs and the practice of "drowning out" Haman.

https://www.torahrecordings.com/chabad-customs/012/014_003

Chabad Customs – Purim: This teaching explores the laws when Purim follows Shabbat, including the status of the Megillah on Shabbat, the "Triple Purim" in walled cities, the early Fast of Esther, and practical guidelines for transitions in prayer and dress.

https://www.torahrecordings.com/chabad-customs/012/014_002

This class outlines the essential preparations for a successful Purim, emphasizing the Chabad mission to reach every Jew. We discuss the four special Torah portions, the laws of Mishloach Manot and Matanot La’evyonim, and the unique schedule and leniencies of Ta'anit Esther when it falls on a Thursday.

https://www.torahrecordings.com/chabad-customs/012/014

https://www.torahrecordings.com/chabad-customs/012/014_004

https://www.torahrecordings.com/chabad-customs/012/014_003

https://www.torahrecordings.com/chabad-customs/012/014_002

https://www.torahrecordings.com/chabad-customs/012/014

https://www.torahrecordings.com/chabad-customs/011/015

https://www.torahrecordings.com/chabad-customs/011/010