A pivotal event in the Purim story is when Mordechai refused to bow to Haman. Why did Mordechai refuse to bow?
Ketuvim – Writings
Ketuvim / Writings is the 3rd section of the Jewish Bible (Tanach). Included are Psalms, Proverbs, Job, 5 Megillot, Daniel, Ezra-Nehemiah, and Chronicles.
Ecclesiastes 1:8 – Seeing and Hearing
The Book of Ecclesiastes begins with the proclamation that “all is futile.” Then, in Ecclesiastes 1:8, the author switches and proclaims that “all things are wearisome.”
Lamentations 3:22-23 – His Kindness
The Book of Lamentations is mostly a prophecy of destruction and grief. But Jeremiah expresses hope and faith in Lamentations 3:22-39.
Lamentations 2 – Day of His Anger
Rabbi Steinsaltz writes that Lamentations 2 focuses on God’s affliction of “the daughter of Zion.” It is God Who acts as the enemy and destroys Israel, its leaders, and its property.
Lamentations 1 – None Comfort Her
Lamentations 1 describes the city of Jerusalem as a destroyed shell of its former power and glory.
Ruth 1:16-17 – Where You Go
After the death of her husband and sons, Naomi decides to go home to Bethlehem. She tells her daughters-in-law that they should return to Moab.
Esther 1:4 – 180 Days
Megillat Esther begins with King Ahasuerus hosting a massive banquet for 180 days. Or maybe it was only 7 days?
Book of Ruth Overview
The Book of Ruth in the Bible is short, but filled with important lessons. This overview of the book will introduce several of them to you.
The Five Megillot
The word megillah has several meanings depending upon the context of its use. This article will explain all of those meanings.
Book of Ruth Outline and Summary
The biblical book of Ruth begins with a story of famine. It ends with the joy of birth and celebrating the genealogy of King David. In between it relates acts of kindness and dedication which have inspired generations.