Why, then, is there no mention of Gd in Megillat Esther?
We have just finished reading about the story of Yetziat Mitzraim, the exodus from Egypt, in which Gd tells Moshe multiple times that he has hardened Pharaoh's heart. Gd plays an integral and obvious role in the story of Egypt. On the contrary, there is no mention of Gd in Megillat Esther. These two stories are read at similar times in the Jewish calendar -- why does it make sense to have these two huge miraculous stories with conflicting portrayals of Gd?
Purim shows us that as humans, we too have a role in the creation and execution of miracles. The timeliness of the stories of Purim and Yetziat Mizraim show us that miracles can be instituted by Gd and can also be instituted by humans and made possible by Gd. Gd is the reason that we are able to create miracles for ourselves.
In advertising form, we would say this:
The Miracle of Egypt: Brought to you by Gd
The Purim Miracle: Brought to you by Esther and Mordechai, made possible by Gd
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