May one read the Megillah before the proper date if traveling and no Megillah is available?
Synopsis
One traveling by sea or caravan may read the Megillah on the 13th, 12th, or 11th without a blessing if no Megillah is available. Some say reading from the beginning of the month is permitted.
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