Scroll of Esther (Megillat Esther)

The Scroll of Esther (Megillat Esther) is a sacred Jewish text that recounts the story of Queen Esther and the events leading to the rescue of the Jewish people from Haman's plot to annihilate them, as described in the Book of Esther. Read annually during the festival of Purim, it highlights themes of courage, survival, and divine providence. The scroll is read aloud in synagogues, and during the reading, various customs such as noise-making and giving charity are observed. It serves both as a historical record and a celebration of Jewish resilience and identity.