Haman

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Haman: Jew-hating descendant of Amalek, appointed by King Ahasuerus to be prime minister of the Persian Empire. He plotted to annihilate the Jews, but was thwarted by Mordecai and Esther. At Ahasuerus' behest, he was hanged, as described in the Scroll of Esther which is read every year on Purim.

The Basic Purim Story

The characters of the Purim story come alive in this brief rendition of the miraculous tale. See G-d's delivering hand veiled behind a fascinating story of palace intrigue...

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The Source of Happiness

By Michoel Gourarie

Happiness comes with clarity of direction from within, and the ability to give meaning to every situation and experience. Haman could not be happy because his joy was purely external...

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Haman's Luck

By Naftali Silberberg

Haman and Amalek both used the same failing strategy. What was this plan, and why did it fail?

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The Winning Equation Mordecai and Esther’s strength originated in their equivalent values.

From the teachings of Rabbi Shimshon of Ostropoli

Mordecai and Esther’s strength originated in their equivalent values.