Saul Weinreb - Let the Prophets Speak

Haggai 1 - Don't Just Stand There, Do Something!

Haggai inspires the people to get out of their houses and build!  Don't wait for miracles, the redemption comes only when we work for it.

Esther 10 - Epilogue

King Ahasuerus rules his kingdom and appoints Mordeachai his second in command. Mordechai uses his position of influence to protect his brethren.

Esther 9 - The Holiday of Purim is Born!

The edict of Esther and Mordechai succeeds in sowing fear among the enemies of the Jews.  The day set aside for genocide of the Jews turns into a day of victory for the Jews over their enemies, and the holiday of Purim is born.

Esther 8 - Defend Yourselves!

Mordechai and Esther are elevated in the King's court, and given the power to write decrees in the royal name.  They give the Jews the power to defend themselves against their enemies. The people in Persian empire learn that the might of the Empire is now supporting the Jews.

Esther 7 - Haman is Exposed

At the second party, Esther exposes the true nature of Haman, and the plot to destroy her people.  She understands that true loyalty to the King is the only path to victory.  Esther demonstrates to the king who is really with him, and who is trying to take advantage of him.

Esther 6 - A Sleepless Night

The King has difficulty sleeping, as Esther has left him with some curious and mysterious hints.  Who is truly loyal to me?  What is Haman up to? The King identifies Mordechai and his loyalty to him, and he wants to give him the proper honor.  Haman senses that his tactics are beginning to backfire.

Esther 5 - Esther's Party

Esther realizes that the key to success is to show the king that the truly loyal servant is Mordechai, and that the disloyal usurper is Haman.  She devises an ingenious plan to make the king suspicious of Haman.  She makes a party!

Esther 4 - Do Something!

Mordechai has lost his influence in the court of the King, and imminent genocide seems unavoidable.  The people look to Queen Esther as their only hope for salvation.

Esther 3 - A Decree of Genocide

Mordechai displays his loyalty to the King and refuses to bow to Haman. Infuriated at this slight, Haman devises his plot to commit genocide against the Jewish people.

Esther 2 - Esther Becomes Queen

King Ahaseurus begins his search for a new queen, and from all the young women brought before him, he chooses Esther.  Esther was an orphan Jewish girl being raised by her cousin Mordechai, but she does not reveal her family background to the King.  All who meet her are impressed by her grace and kindness, and even as queen she maintains her modesty and loyalty to her family.