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Mentioned in 17 episodes

Book of Esther

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The Book of Esther is a historical fiction narrative set in the Persian court during the fifth century BCE. It tells the story of Esther, a Jewish maiden who becomes the wife of King Xerxes and risks her life to save the Jewish people from annihilation.

The book explains the origin of the Jewish feast of Purim and highlights God's providential care for His people even in exile.

The story includes themes of divine intervention, courage, and the tension between Jews and Gentiles.

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Mentioned in 17 episodes

Referenced by

Steve Toth

, recalling a Republican quoting it when they were called for such a time.

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Everything You Should Know About Dan Crenshaw, How He Got Rich & Why He’s So in Love With Ukraine

Mentioned in the podcast as a source of prophecies that the Nazis feared.

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580: DEEP DIVE: Nazi Prophecies

Mentioned by

John Podhoretz

when discussing the events celebrated on Purim and the role of the book in underscoring the hand of God in those events.

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The Anti-War Crowd Takes a Hit

The book of Esther is at the very climax of biblical history.

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S3 Ep. 5 Esther as the Redeemer of the Garden of Eden

Mentioned by

Chad Bird

as the origin of the festival of Purim and Haman's plot to exterminate the Jews.

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Episode 176 (Deuteronomy 24:5-25:19)

Mentioned by

Jonathan Fitzgerald

as a book that illustrates how God placed individuals in their positions for a specific purpose.

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Work

Mentioned by Father Mike Schmitz as a book they will see in a couple of days, noting its connection to Ahasuerus (also known as Xerxes).

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Day 268: Rebuilding the Temple (2025)

Mentioned in the context of the origin of the name "Jew".

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The Iron Age: Neo-Assyrian and Neo-Babylonian Empires

Mentioned by Alan Dershowitz when discussing the historical roots of anti-Semitism.

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Alan Dershowitz on Kirk, Epstein, and Netanyahu | The Moynihan Report

Mentioned by Father Mike Schmitz as he introduces the scripture readings for the day.

Day 279: Blessings and Burdens (2025)

Mentioned in the context of joy and pillows, marking the beginning of a crisis.

Day 276: Haman's Plan (2025)

Mentioned by

Jamie Dunlop

as a book to read to better understand God’s providence.

Jamie Dunlop - God’s Purposes Prevail (Esther 1:1-10:3)

Mentioned by

Rabbi David Fohrman

multiple times throughout the episode to emphasize the connection between the Tanakh and the Megillah.

S3 Ep. 3 Haman’s Godly Ambitions

Mentioned by

James Abate

when discussing the conflict between Israelis and Persians.

Global Markets Receive A Jolt After Trump Tehran Warning

Mentioned by

Kyle Idleman

as a book of the Bible that reads like a screenplay and could be turned into a movie.

In the Shadows: For Such A Time

Mentioned by

Mike Tolliver

as an example of God providing justice and deliverance.

Is "Eye For An Eye" Christian? Jesus, Justice, and The Limits of Vengeance (Dru Johnson) Ep. #218

Mentioned by

Meir Soloveichik

as the scriptural source of Purim celebrations, discussing its unusual nature and lack of explicit mention of God.

Sacred Time Ep 8: Purim

Mentioned by

Winston Marshall

when referencing a story told in it.

Dr Benny Morris - "This Is The TRUTH!" Why Peace Has Been Impossible Between Israel & Iran

Mentioned by

David Kraemer

when discussing the book of Esther and its depiction of Jews settled throughout the Persian Empire.

David Kraemer, "Embracing Exile: The Case for Jewish Diaspora" (Oxford UP, 2025)

Mentioned by

Ben Shapiro

in the context of Purim and the Book of Esther.

Ep. 742 - The Great Gun-Grab

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