Which four Torah portions are required to be read in Adar before Pesach, and what are their sources?
Synopsis
Four Torah portions are instituted to be read from the beginning of Adar until the beginning of Nisan: Shekalim (half-shekel contribution), Zachor (remember Amalek), Parah (red heifer), and Hachodesh (this month shall be to you).
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When is Parshat Shekalim read, and what Torah and haftarah portions are used?
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When is Parshat Zachor (Remember Amalek) read, and what are the specific Torah and haftarah portions?
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When is Parshat Parah (red heifer) read, and is it biblically mandated?
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When is Parshat Hachodesh (this month shall be to you) read, and what is its significance?
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How are the four portions scheduled when Rosh Chodesh Adar falls on a weekday or when Purim falls on certain days?
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Are Parshat Zachor and Parshat Parah biblically mandated, and what is the obligation for those without a local quorum?
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