Purim · Orach Chaim 685

Purim — Reading Megillah

7 questions · 17 opinions

Which four Torah portions are required to be read in Adar before Pesach, and what are their sources?

2 opinions across 2 eras

When is Parshat Shekalim read, and what Torah and haftarah portions are used?

2 opinions across 2 eras

When is Parshat Zachor (Remember Amalek) read, and what are the specific Torah and haftarah portions?

3 opinions across 2 eras

When is Parshat Parah (red heifer) read, and is it biblically mandated?

3 opinions across 2 eras

When is Parshat Hachodesh (this month shall be to you) read, and what is its significance?

2 opinions across 2 eras

How are the four portions scheduled when Rosh Chodesh Adar falls on a weekday or when Purim falls on certain days?

2 opinions across 2 eras

Are Parshat Zachor and Parshat Parah biblically mandated, and what is the obligation for those without a local quorum?

3 opinions across 2 eras

Biblical Status