There is one specific biblical word that feels more relevant now than it has in generations: Amalek. We are commanded to wage an eternal battle against Amalek, the nation that first assaulted us ...

This always takes place on the Shabbat before Purim. We read of our obligation to destroy the memory of Amalek. Haman was a descendant of this tribe that epitomized evil. This is why this is read ...

And when you were famished and weary, Amalek cut down all the stragglers in your rear. Therefore, when your God grants you safety from all your enemies around you in the land that He is giving you ...