Ahashverosh's Character

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1. The Feast of Achashverosh and the Feast of Vashti

   Chapter 1

   Prof. Jonathan Grossman

   A close reading of the story of Ahashverosh's feasts demonstrates that the author is mocking Ahashverosh, the seemingly generous king. Vashti's refusal to come before the king probably stemmed from her intimate knowledge with the permissive atmosphere in such feasts. The book compares Vashti's refusal with Joseph's refusal of Potiphar's wife.

2. For a Decree which is Written in the Name of the King May not be Revoked

   Prof. Jonathan Grossman and Rabbi Dr. Yehoshua Reiss

   The reversal and upheaval in the megillah is particularly evident in the parallel between the letters written by Mordechai and those written by Haman. These parallels point to the thoughtlessness of King Ahashverosh who is willing to hand the royal signet ring to Mordechai as easily as he gave it to Haman.