A Guided Approach to Learning the Megillah
The Gemara in Mesechtas Megillah explains many of the behind-the-scenes events of Megillas Esther. In particular, Daf 13a analyzes important verses in the beginning of the Megillah.
Derech B’Yam HaTalmud has prepared a free mini E-book which can help people learn the Gemara more deeply. It elucidates important topics on the daf, including:
- The Gemara says that Esther was Yerarokes. What color is this? It is typically translated as green, but not all commentators agree.
- How did Esther gain this color?
- Did Esther’s pigment enhance or detract from her natural beauty?
- How did Esther keep kosher in the palace?
- The Gemara suggests that she ate bacon while she was the queen. This statement needs much clarity, which the commentators provide.
- What do we do today to observe Esther’s commitment to Kashrut in the palace?
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