As you scroll through your PDF, remember the words of the Megillah itself: “U’mishloach manot ish l’re’eihu umatanot la’evyonim” (and sending portions one to another, and gifts to the poor). Use your study of the PDF to inspire action—bake hamantaschen , send food packages, and give charity.
The Chabad.org Megillat Esther PDF provides the full text with Rashi's commentary. meguilat esther pdf
The story begins with King Ahasuerus hosting a lavish banquet, during which he becomes drunk and orders his wife, Queen Vashti, to appear before him and his guests. Vashti refuses, leading the king to banish her from his presence and seek a new queen. Esther, a Jewish woman living in exile in Persia, is chosen to be the new queen, along with many other young women. As you scroll through your PDF, remember the