Who was Haman, and why has he endured as one of the Bible’s most infamous villains? In the Book of Esther, Haman rises to power in the Persian court and plots against the Jewish people, but the story also raises deeper questions. Does the story portray him as a villain to be feared, mocked, or both? This week, we're talking with Dr. Adam Silverstein, author of "Haman: A Biography," about one of the most infamous villains from the Bible.

Dr. Silverstein helps us explore:

–Haman's centrality to the story of Esther

–How Haman is remembered during Purim

–The various identities that get connected to Esther

–Why Haman is such an adaptable character

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Guest: Dr. Adam Silverstein

Hosted, Produced, and Edited by Jordan Jones

Additional Contributions by Mary Kathryn Lichty

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