Prof. Jonathan Grossman and Rabbi Dr. Yehoshua Reiss

נמצאו 6 תוצאות חיפוש

  1. The Structure of Megillat Esther

    Prof. Jonathan Grossman and Rabbi Dr. Yehoshua Reiss

    The reversal of fates in the book of Esther is expressed in the reverse parallel literary structure of the entire narrative, as demonstrated in this diagram. 

  2. The Timeline in Megillat Esther

    Prof. Jonathan Grossman and Rabbi Dr. Yehoshua Reiss

    Where does the story of the Megilla begin? Why is Ahashverosh's feast the starting point of the Book of Esther, when the content of the story begins long after Vashti's expulsion? The distinction between the literary starting point and the actual narrative creates a spiritual challenge for the readers, who are expected to find the divine providence that guides the events that transpire before our eyes, even when God's presence is not explicitly revealed.

  3. Who is the Protagonist of Megillat Esther?

    Prof. Jonathan Grossman and Rabbi Dr. Yehoshua Reiss

    In the first half of the megillah Mordechai appears to be the main character. From the point that Esther agrees to risk her life on behalf of the Jewish people, she becomes the leading character, and Mordechai becomes subservient to her:

  4. For a Decree which is Written in the Name of the King May not be Revoked

    Prof. Jonathan Grossman and Rabbi Dr. Yehoshua Reiss

    The reversal and upheaval in the megillah is particularly evident in the parallel between the letters written by Mordechai and those written by Haman. These parallels point to the thoughtlessness of King Ahashverosh who is willing to hand the royal signet ring to Mordechai as easily as he gave it to Haman.

  5. Esther and Joseph

    Prof. Jonathan Grossman and Rabbi Dr. Yehoshua Reiss

    Many literary parallels exist between the story of Yosef and the megillah. What is the message of these parallels?

  6. The Historical Context of Megillat Esther

    Prof. Jonathan Grossman and Rabbi Dr. Yehoshua Reiss

    The historical context of the story is investigated and reveals a tension between the Jews who returned to Eretz Yisrael and the Jews who stayed in Shushan.