«...Rather than focusing on perceiving the Hidden Hand of Hashem and appreciating the exuberance of salvation from mortal existential enemies, irresponsible alcohol consumption on Purim thoroughly impedes the message of Purim from resonating in the head and heart of the drinker.Purim: Respecting the Limits | Cross-Currents
The case is somewhat similar with regard to Mishlo'ach Manos, whose theme is the expression of friendship and brotherhood. Yet how much frustration and strife are caused by turning this mitzvah into an effort to outdo others, or to deliver Mishlo'ach Manos to every single possible acquaintance despite the cost, distance and logistics, stressing oneself and one's family the entire day in a mad rush to "make all the rounds" without stop? ...»
http://www.cross-currents.com/archives/2014/03/18/purim-respecting-the-limits/
Kol Tuv,
RRW
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