Ordering Mishloach Manot by Phone
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Question
If one pays for Mishloach Manot over the phone and the store sends it directly to the recipient, does this fulfill the obligation of the mitzvah of Mishloach Manot?
Answer
Although the giver did not perform a formal acquisition of the Mishloach Manot, it seems to be valid. (See Kiddushin 7 regarding Canaanite slaves). Provided that the giving occurs on Purim day itself, or it is given beforehand as a deposit until Purim day. There is no obligation to verify whether the store actually carried out the Mishloach Manot delivery.
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