Book of Esther

Readings were held in bomb shelters, protected hospital wards, IDF bases, and an underground Tel Aviv parking garage

An excerpt from Rabbi Zamir Cohen’s commentary on Megillat Esther, exploring Midrashic testimony and physical evidence of the immense marble columns that once stood in the king’s palaces.

A clear, chapter by chapter overview of the Book of Esther. In just minutes, it traces the Purim story from palace intrigue and hidden identity to courage, reversal, and celebration.

Why the chain of events in the Megillah cannot be explained as chance and what it teaches about hidden Divine guidance

Think you know the Purim story? Think again. These ten surprising details reveal the hidden background of its central characters and events, offering a deeper and more vivid understanding of how everything truly unfolded.

Discover how Mordechai’s faith, wisdom, and humility shaped Jewish history and still guide us today

Archaeology and history illuminate the real-world backdrop of the Megillah and the lives of Mordechai and Queen Esther

Understanding divine concealment, hidden miracles, and the relevance of Purim’s lessons for the 21st century