Six years ago, my son Jacob was buried on Purim. This year, I began to reflect on the mitzvot of the day and how they connect to my experience of child loss. Surprisingly, two Purim mitzvot stood out for me: Matanot La’Evyonim—giving charity to those in need—and Mishloach Manot—sharing gifts of food with one another.... Continue Reading →
Child Loss and Purim’s Mitzvot: Honoring Our Child’s Memory
Coping With the Death of a Child 