The King, who never realized that Esther was Jewish, is outraged at Haman. He has his minister executed. In subsequent conversations with Esther, Achasverosh grants the Jews the right to self-defense ...

Mineral Point, Wisconsin is exactly that kind of town, complete with stone cottages built directly into hillsides like something out of a Hobbit movie, except these were constructed by Cornish miners ...

Esther’s greatness lies not only in her willingness to speak truth to power, but in choosing the strategic moment to do so.

Rachel and Abby get the scoop on Purim… and add a scoop of filling to their hamantashen! Head to Stephen’s Cafe to get some for yourself.