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.
Seeking to honor Mordecai, King Xerxes consults Haman, who unwittingly advises an elaborate reward for the very man he wishes to destroy. The irony...
Samuel established schools or communities of prophets during his tenure as a leader and spiritual guide to address a need for order, religious education,...
The Ninth Commandment's prohibition against bearing false witness extends far beyond a formal courtroom setting, encompassing subtle and pervasive modern behaviors like gossip, spin,...
