In 1614, the Jews in Frankfurt faced antisemitic persecution led by Vincenz Fettmilch but were quickly restored to their homes and rights.

The Shabbat times for the week from February 23 to March 1 are provided, including the Shabbat start and end times in various cities, the Torah portion of Tetzaveh read on Saturday, February 24, and the observance of Purim Katan on Friday, February 23.

Purim Katan, or Little Purim, is a lesser-known celebration that occurs in Jewish leap years when there are two months of Adar.