Who’s Jealous of Whom?

Usually its the poor kollel guy or “person in chinuch” guy who is jealous of the fancy rich guy, with the fancy cars, big house, and the “freedom” to spend thousands of dollars without giving it a second thought.

But on Purim, the reverse is true. Its a lot easier to be a simple poor person who can go collecting by all the rich homes, and sending a simple shalach manos will be just fine, than to have to bear the “burden” of being a rich guy who needs to dish out large sums of money to tzedaka and impress friends with elaborate “themes” just to save face.

Being poor is no picnic all year round. But on Purim, take small comfort in the fact that some rich folks are wishing they were in your shoes – if only for a day.

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Tags: purim • rich • social pressure • tzedaka