#44: Interview: The Book of Esther--Fact or Fiction?

Update: 2024-12-22

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The book of Esther contains one of the most riveting and dramatic stories in the Bible. But is it true? There are those who have tried to discredit the book of Esther, relegating it to myth and fables. However, what does the evidence say?

On today’s program, host Nicholas Irwin interviews staff writer Christopher Eames about his article “The Book of Esther: Fact or Fiction?”

The Book of Esther: Fact or Fiction?

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