Episode 704: Hadassah, Part 4

Episode 704 August 03, 2023 00:10:00
Episode 704: Hadassah, Part 4
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Episode 704: Hadassah, Part 4

Aug 03 2023 | 00:10:00

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Show Notes

Today, we broadcast Part 4 of the story of Hadassah, the young exiled Jewish woman who would grow up to be queen of an empire King Ahasuerus (Xerxes I) of Persia hosts an opulent 180-day banquet for his nobles and officials, showcasing his wealth and power. Following this, a seven-day feast is held for all the people in the capital city of Susa. During the festivities, Queen Vashti hosts a separate banquet for women. On the seventh day, King Ahasuerus, in a drunken state, summons Queen Vashti to display her beauty before his guests. Refusing to obey, Vashti is dethroned as queen for her defiance.

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