Mivtza Purim

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Mivtza Purim is an initiative established by the Rebbe, the leader of our generation, in which Chabad Chassidim throughout Israel and worldwide go out to bring the joy of Purim and help as many Jews as possible fulfill the holiday's commandments: reading the Megillah, sending food portions (Mishloach Manot), and giving gifts to the poor. The mivtza takes place in military camps, hospitals, prisons, children's gatherings, and more.

Early BeginningsEdit

At the beginning of Adar 1961, the Rebbe, through his secretariat, sent a general letter to all institutions, rabbis, heads of yeshivas, educators, teachers, and parents, to organize a special campaign ensuring that every child fulfills the Purim commandments. He also wrote to public figures, "I have suggested to my educational institutions to ensure that boys and girls who are obligated in the commandments, and preferably even younger children, personally fulfill the mitzvot of sending food portions and gifts to the poor."

Focus on Children's GatheringsEdit

In subsequent years, as part of and in addition to "Mivtza Purim," the Rebbe instructed to conduct gatherings "for prayer, Torah study, and fulfillment of commandments," particularly for children. At these gatherings, their special connection to the holiday would be discussed, and the holiday's commandments would be fulfilled by the children.

Spiritual SignificanceEdit

The main reason explained by the Rebbe is based on the famous Midrash (Esther Rabbah, Pesikta 9:3), which describes the gathering organized by Mordechai where he assembled 22,000 children who engaged in Torah study and prayer with crying and fasting, arousing heavenly mercy. The Rebbe explained that this was what achieved the nullification of the decree, and since "these days are remembered and enacted," redemption is connected to gathering children.

Annual EmphasisEdit

The Rebbe spoke and wrote about this theme every year as Purim approached. He particularly emphasized this campaign throughout the years in a special way.

Special Arrangements for Triple PurimEdit

During years when Purim falls on a "triple Purim" (Purim Meshulash), the Rebbe encouraged utilizing this special occasion to promote the Shabbat candle-lighting campaign and to unite with Jerusalem residents by conducting gatherings on the Sunday following Purim.

Additional ReadingEdit

Mordechai Menashe Laufer, Mivtza Purim, in the Nitzutzei Rebbe section, Hitkashrut publication 1489, Parshat Terumah 5783, page 17
Summary of the Rebbe's Instructions and Common Halachot for Those Going on Mivtza Purim, chart from Machon Halacha Chabad, in Shoneh Halachot publication 636, Terumah 5783
Yisrael Alfenbein, Mivtza Purim with IDF Soldiers, in the 'Chayei Rebbe' section of Kfar Chabad weekly, issue 2051, page 42

External LinksEdit

News and Articles about Mivtza Purim on the website
Connecting to the Mordechai of the Generation, collection of expressions from the Rebbe regarding Mivtza Purim, in 'HaPansaim' issue 12
Summary of Common Instructions for Mivtza Purim, Machon Halacha Chabad
Mivtza Purim, in A Chassidisher Derher magazine (English)
Mivtza Purim conducted by Rabbi Raskin: Documents, pictures and personal testimonies
Mivtza Purim 5732 (1972): Soldier documented Chabadniks visiting a military post