Tetzaveh-Purim - Praying at Moshiach's Door

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What is the 'davar' - thing or word - that is the foundation of the inauguration of Aharon and his children as Kohanim-priests? How does this relate to the idea of 'returning' to Hashem? How does one atone for one's sins without any sacrifices? What is the concept of 'raising the dagger' in the story of Yehoshua and the conquest of the city of Ay? How does Mordechai have power over Haman, the offspring of Amalek? Why is it that after Mordechai is placed upon a horse and paraded around in the King's clothes - which indicates he is rising above Haman - why does he return to the king's gate in his sackcloth and ashes, and continue his fasting and prayer? Find out in this week's Parsha Podcast.