Clowning Around

Purim is a holiday like no other. Why is it celebrated this way? Is it good to act up and act out? How are events in ancient Persia relevant to us here in Ottawa today? Most importantly: what's the best flavour of hamantaschen? Don't miss out on an episode! FOLLOW us now on your favourite podcast provider or directly at https://shalom-canada.simplecast.com/ Drop us a line with your requests - just click the email icon on our home page https://shalom-canada.simplecast.com/

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