You can use regular coins and give the value of half dollars, or even better give whole dollars and specify that half is for Machatzis Hashekel and half as…
You can use regular coins and give the value of half dollars, or even better give whole dollars and specify that half is for Machatzis Hashekel and half as…
The common custom is to exchange our personal money with the silver half dollars owned by the Shule. We lift up the Shule’s silver coins in order to acquire…
It depends on the weight content of silver, not the percentage. The amount of silver required (for those that are stringent to use coins that are actual silver) is…
Question: In the Shul I’ll be in this Purim they put out a basket for people to give Tzedaka on Purim morning. There are none in the ladies’ section.…
Hi, I'm a single mother and I have some Purim questions: How much do I give for Matanos Levyoinim and Machatzis MaShekel? ▪ Matonos levyonim - min. a…
Women generally are exempt from Machatzis Hashekel. There is a common custom that the husband gives Machatzis Hashekel on behalf of his wife. I have never heard of a…
Best not to brush your teeth. If this is difficult, there is room to be lenient. Care should be given not to swallow any water. When rinsing your mouth,…
Question: Are women obligated in Machatzis Hashekel on Taanis Ester? If yes, is a women's obligation fulfilled through her husband? Also, should a father give Machatzis Hashekel for his…
Or beyond Matanos L'evyonim, can I give Tzeddakah on Purim from Maaser? Answer: Every person is required to give gifts or money of at least a nominal sum…
