Episode 686: 
In this episode, we dive into the first chapter of Esther. We explore the extravagant 180-day feast thrown by King Xerxes, highlighting the opulence and excess of his reign. The king's lavish display of wealth culminates in a seven-day banquet for all the people in the fortress of Susa, where no limits are placed on drinking. This sets the stage for a pivotal moment when Queen Vashti refuses to appear before the king and his guests, igniting his fury and leading to a series of drastic decisions.