Regarding Matanot L’Evyonim<\/b>, we follow the ruling of the Mahari Asad<\/b> (Siman 127), who states that the primary requirement is for the money to reach the poor person on Purim<\/b>. If a person sets aside money now and it is delivered on Purim<\/b>, he fulfills his obligation. Furthermore, if one gives it to a poor person beforehand but stipulates that they should only benefit from it on Purim<\/b>, the obligation is also met. The Mahari adds that one can grant ownership (Zichuy<\/i>) to the poor person through a third party; this is considered as if the poor person received it. Even if the money physically arrives after Purim<\/b>, it is effective because the poor person legally acquired it beforehand, provided they are aware of it (Shraga HaMeir<\/b>, Vol. 3, 112). This differs from the view of the Chida<\/b>, who believed the money must be set aside specifically on the day of Purim<\/b> itself.<\/p>\n
Regarding Mishloach Manot<\/b>, the Ba’er Heiteiv<\/b> (Siman 695) expresses doubt whether sending them before Purim<\/b> to arrive on the day is sufficient. According to the Manot Halevi<\/b>, the essence of the Mitzvah is to increase peace and brotherhood on Purim<\/b> itself. Therefore, the Aruch HaShulchan<\/b> writes that the best way is to appoint a messenger on Purim<\/b> day and reimburse them afterward, ensuring the entire act takes place on the day.<\/p>\n
In summary:<\/b> You may act on behalf of your father (may he live long and be well) for both Mishloach Manot<\/b> and Matanot L’Evyonim<\/b>. One can acquire a merit for another person even without their physical presence (Zakin L’adam Shelo Befanav<\/i>). Certainly, this is his true will, and through your actions, he will merit to fulfill these Mitzvos on Purim<\/b> as he desires.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":5,"featured_media":0,"template":"","class_list":["post-17505","faq","type-faq","status-publish","hentry"],"yoast_head":"\n