Esther has been an inspiring figure in Judaism for centuries. Children 
dress as her on the festival of Purim and it’s even become traditional to 
name baby girls born near Purim Esther after the heroine of the story.

But compared to other figures in the Bible, is Esther really a good Jewish 
role model?

Esther has been an inspiring figure in Judaism for centuries. Children dress as her on the festival of Purim and it’s even become traditional to name baby girls born near Purim Esther after the heroine of the story. But compared to other figures in the Bible, is Esther really a good Jewish role model?

Esther:  A Story of Standing Together

Reflections on the weekly Torah portions from a diverse group of Messianic Jewish rabbis, scholars, and lay people. Our contributors bring fresh insights to familiar texts, drawing connections to events across the whole of Scripture (including the Gospels and Epistles), and suggesting practical applications of these insights to our postmodern lives.

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