Megillat Esther: Why Do Chazal Rewrite Esther's Past?

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March 16 2016
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57min 54s
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Venue: Yad Binyamin, Israel Yad Binyamin, Israel

Machshava:
Purim 
Nach:
Esther 

Collections: R' Spolter Megillat Esther

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The Midrash (and the Gemara) seems to describe a relationship between Mordechai and Esther that defies both logic and common sense. We analyze some of the Midrashic descriptions of their relationship, and discuss some of the halachic complications that ensue. Finally, we wonder: why do Chazal seem to go through such mental gymnastics to whitewash Esther's actions?

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