The Jewish law prohibits the use or legal possession of any Chametz, leaven of any kind, on Passover. In order to be certain that all Chametz has been removed from our possession, Jewish tradition requires us to sell our remaining Chametz to a non-Jew. This Chametz, then, becomes the property of the non-Jew for the duration of Passover and should be set aside in a place in one's home that will be unused during Passover.
The authorization of the right to sell Chametz can be granted to another. If you would like Rabbi Kurshan to sell your Chametz on your behalf, please contact the Synagogue Office at (631) 427-1089. In order to symbolize that one is transferring the authority to sell, it is customary to make a token monetary transfer. The money contributed will be used to provide needy families with Passover necessities. Proxies must be returned by Thursday, April 17, 2008.