Prepare for Purim (8): The "Aff" Trap

"All this is worth nothing to me." How can a person who has reached the pinnacle of power, wealth, and prestige be utterly consumed by a single man who refuses to bow?In this installment of our Purim series, Rav Leibish Hundert dives into the dark psychology of Haman (Megillat Esther, Perek 5) to uncover the "Inner Serpent" that still whispers to us today. Moving between the King’s palace, the Garden of Eden, and the modern Shabbat table, this shiur explores:The Calculated Restraint of Evil: Why Haman’s ability to "hold back" was his most dangerous trait.The "Aff" Connection: Decoding the linguistic link between Haman’s anger and the original deception of the Nachash (Serpent).Competition vs. Creation: Why a worldview based on hierarchy leaves us perpetually "starving," while the Tzadik finds satiety (Sveiah) in the smallest of moments.The Medicine of Oneg: A powerful story from a Chicago shtiebel on the healing frequency of U’masbia and why enjoying your life is the ultimate spiritual weapon against Haman.Join us as we learn how to step out of the "authority and force" mindset and into the light of our own unique Ratzon (Desire).Deepen your Purim. Find your satiety.Recorded July 6, 2026