EPISODE · Mar 6, 2026 · 51 MIN
Dragon Slaying Podcast Ep#79 | Spring, Healing, and the Story of Esther
from Dragon Slaying: Conversations on Self-Transformation · host Tom Bittker, MD, MA
Spring does not arrive all at once, and healing often does not either.In this thoughtful conversation, Dr. Tom Bittker sits down with Rabbi Michael Dallen to explore the spiritual meaning of healing, the transition from winter into hope, and the deeper message of Purim. Together, they reflect on the Hebrew ideas of healing and constriction, then move into the story of Esther, Mordecai, Haman, exile in Persia, identity, faith, and the recurring struggles that shape history and spiritual life.This episode is reflective, wide-ranging, and filled with insight for anyone interested in faith, Jewish thought, healing, and the meaning of sacred seasons.Topics covered:Healing and spiritual recoverySpring as a season of renewalPurim and the Book of EstherMordecai, Esther, Haman, and PersiaFaith, identity, and historical struggleJoy, hope, and spiritual resilienceIf this conversation speaks to you, like, comment, and subscribe for more meaningful discussions.#Purim #Esther #JewishThought #Healing #Faith #SpiritualGrowth #Podcast #SpringRenewal #Torah #Hope
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Spring does not arrive all at once, and healing often does not either.In this thoughtful conversation, Dr. Tom Bittker sits down with Rabbi Michael Dallen to explore the spiritual meaning of healing, the transition from winter into hope, and the deeper message of Purim. Together, they reflect on the Hebrew ideas of healing and constriction, then move into the story of Esther, Mordecai, Haman, exile in Persia, identity, faith, and the recurring struggles that shape history and spiritual life.This episode is reflective, wide-ranging, and filled with insight for anyone interested in faith, Jewish thought, healing, and the meaning of sacred seasons.Topics covered:Healing and spiritual recoverySpring as a season of renewalPurim and the Book of EstherMordecai, Esther, Haman, and PersiaFaith, identity, and historical struggleJoy, hope, and spiritual resilienceIf this conversation speaks to you, like, comment, and subscribe for more meaningful discussions.#Purim #Esther #JewishThought #Healing #Faith #SpiritualGrowth #Podcast #SpringRenewal #Torah #Hope
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