Ahead of Pesach and deep into the coronavirus pandemic, Orthodox Jewish leaders and medical professionals in Florida have warned against an exodus of visitors from their homes to the Sunshine State to celebrate the Jewish holiday to visit family or stay at the all-inclusive Pesach hotel and resorts.
In a letter to their communities late last week, 35 Orthodox Jewish leaders and nine medical professionals in Florida wrote, “To all those from out of state considering spending Pesach here in Florida: It’s halachically prohibited and medically irresponsible to come for Pesach.”
Pesach begins on April 8 and ends at nightfall on April 16.
The letter, first reported on Thursday by COLlive, mentions that Florida’s health-care system “is currently overburdened, and an influx of new patients can lead to deaths. In addition to being a chilul Hashem, we have a halachic requirement to keep our communities safe.”
“If you choose to come anyways, jeopardizing the lives of many in Florida, you must quarantine for 14 days. This means no leaving the house, no excursions, no beach, no pool, no restaurants, etc.,” it said.
Finally, the letter notes that the Jewish institutions, including synagogues and kosher restaurants, will not be accommodating visitors this year.
(JNS)
{Matzav.com}
Why? Didn’t President Trump say that it’ll be over by April 1 (7 Nisan), or at the latest Apr 10 (2nd day Pesach)?
What building is in the picture above? Looks impressive. Is that the Cuban American Shul, all the way down Alton Road off of Dade Blvd? I went to Mesivta of Greater Miami back in the 80’s.
Since when has President Trump become a prophet ?? I’m aware of only one (1) “Goisher” prophet; namely, Billam!!
And, he was not a very nice guy. LOL.