In light of the war with Iran, the Gerer Chassidus has issued firm instructions ahead of Purim, prohibiting public gatherings and large-scale celebrations. The directive was delivered via a recorded message sent to thousands of bochurim in the chassidus’ yeshivos.
In the recording, the bochurim were informed that the yeshivos will not be organizing any official Purim activities this year, and that each individual should celebrate at home. They were specifically instructed to conduct themselves “without garatchke in the streets,” making clear that there should be no public revelry or commotion outdoors.
Additionally, the bochurim were asked not to dance in the streets, not to travel from city to city to attend festive meals, and not to arrange independent minyanim. Rather, they were directed to daven only in established shtieblach.
It was further clarified that bochurim may visit members of the yeshivah staff, but not in large groups, and that any seudah gatherings should take place only in small groups.
