It’s Purim and we can’t wait to celebrate. Take a look at Rabbi Jacob Blumenthal’s Purim greeting and learn about one of the most famous verses in Chapter 8 of the Megillah. Chag Sameach!
Chag Purim Sameach from USCJ
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