Traveling for Purim

Asked by Jason · January 24, 2005 · Holidays

Question

I'm planning to travel from Israel to the US for Purim. Questions: 1. If I fly on Taanit Esther during the day, do I have to continue fasting until the sun sets at my destination? That would add another seven hours to the fast! 2. Can I give matanot la'evyonim in Israel before I leave (to be distributed on Purim) or should I wait until I arrive and give there? Thanks!

Answer

Answered by Aaron Abadi

1) If you can without much pain, you should. 2) Either way is fine. AA