Actually, Jews do not observe mother's day. Or father's day. That's because our tradition obligates us to honor our mother and father every day!
Nonetheless, we'll help you observe this American 'mishegas' if you just click here! Upload a picture, write a short message, and Chabad will sent out a beautiful card for you.
"Even if one's parent takes his purse of gold and throws it into the sea in his presence, he should not embarrass them, shout, or vent anger at them. Instead, he should accept the Torah's decree and remain silent.
To what degree does the mitzvah of fearing them extend? Even if one was wearing fine garments and sitting at the head of the community, if one's father and mother came, ripped the clothes, struck him on the head, and spit in his face, he should not embarrass them. Instead, he should remain silent and fear the King of kings who commanded him to conduct himself in this manner. Were a mortal king to decree something which would cause him even more suffering he would not be able to move a limb in protest. Certainly, this applies when the command emanates from He who spoke and caused the world to come into existence as He desired it."
What do you think? Should we really be going that far?
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