Its purpose is to … The genre of the book of Esther is Narrative History. It is clear that the author was a Jew, both from his emphasis on the origin of a Jewish festival and from the Jewish nationalism that permeates the story. Characteristics of Esther in the Bible “‘Of all the biblical heroines,’ one scholar has observed, ‘Esther has enjoyed greatest popularity among writers, artists, and musicians, representing feminine modesty, courage and self-sacrifice’” (A Complete Literary Guide to the Bible, 1993, p. 222). Esther 1 1 This is what happened during the time of Xerxes, the Xerxes who ruled over 127 provinces stretching from India to Cush : 2 At that time King Xerxes reigned from his royal throne in the citadel of Susa, 3 and in the third year of his reign he gave a banquet for all his nobles and officials. It seems that Esther, in addition to having “a lovely figure and [being] beautiful” (verse 7), was submissive in following the advice of wise counselors and quite winsome in every way. Esther called for Hathach, one of the royal eunuchs whom the king had assigned to wait on her, and told him to go to Mordecai and get the full story of what was happening. Haman plots to kill the Jews - Esther 2:19 - 3:15. It was written approximately 470 B.C. 20 Esther had not yet shewed her kindred nor her people; as Mordecai had charged her: for Esther did the commandment of Mordecai, ... Bible Gateway Recommends. In the narrative, Ahasuerus seeks a new wife after his queen, Vashti, refuses to obey him, and Esther is chosen for her beauty.The king's chief adviser, Haman, is offended by Esther's cousin and guardian, Mordecai, and gets permission from the king to have all the Jews in the kingdom killed. Esther 8 1 That same day King Xerxes gave Queen Esther the estate of Haman, the enemy of the Jews. Mordecai told him everything that had happened to him. 9 Haman went out that day happy and in high spirits. You’re already logged in with your Bible Gateway account. Hadassah, which means 'Myrtle', is a branch that signifies peace and thanksgiving. Now it came to pass, when they spoke daily unto him and he hearkened not unto them, that they told Haman to see whether Mordecai’s matters would stand; for he had told them that he was a Jew. The next step is to choose a monthly or yearly subscription, and then enter your payment information. Esther’s word confirmed the tradition of Purim and was written in the book. Esther 3:4 . Now when the turn of Esther, the daughter of Abihail the uncle of Mordecai who had taken her as his daughter, came to go in to the king, she did not request anything except what Hegai, the king’s eunuch who was in charge of the women, advised. It is clear that the author was a Jew, both from his emphasis on the origin of a Jewish festival and from the Jewish nationalism that permeates the story. 5 Now it happened on the third day that Esther put on her royal robes and stood in the inner court of the king’s palace, across from the king’s house, while the king sat on his royal throne in the royal house, facing the entrance of the [] house. MEV. Although we do not know who wrote the book of Esther, from internal evidence it is possible to make some inferences about the author and the date of composition. Its author is anonymous however; some believe Mordecai, (Esther’s cousin and guardian), wrote it. Study the bible online using commentary on Esther and more! Read The book of Esther Chapters 1 - 10. Your credit card won’t be charged until the trial period is … Retail: $14.99. The Feast of Lots is instituted - Esther 9:30-32. Introduction from the NIV Study Bible | Go to Esther. 2 The king took off his signet ring, which he had reclaimed from Haman, and presented it to Mordecai. Mordecai and King Xerxes are revered - Esther 9:30-32. Bible Gateway passage: Esther 6-10 - New International Version. 2 But he went only as far as the king's gate, because no one clothed in sackcloth was allowed to enter it. Esther 9 1 On the thirteenth day of the twelfth month, the month of Adar, the edict commanded by the king was to be carried out. Our Price: $10.49. Esther 4 King James Version (KJV). 3 Let the king appoint commissioners in every province of his realm to bring all these beautiful girls into the harem at the citadel of Susa. in Persia. Esther became queen in 479 B.C. She also won the king’s favor: he "loved Esther more than all the women," and he made her queen (Esther 2:17). Esther and Mordecai take action - Esther 4:1 - 5:14. Esther 3, Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible - Unabridged, One of over 110 Bible commentaries freely available, this commentary is the unabridged version prepared by Robert Jamieson, A. R. Fausset and David Brown Esther appears in the Bible as a "woman of deep piety, faith, courage, patriotism, and caution, combined with resolution; a dutiful daughter to her adopted father, docile and obedient to his counsels, and anxious to share the king's favour with him for the good of the Jewish people. Esther: It's Tough Being a Woman - Bible Study Book by Beth Moore provides a personal study experience five days a week plus viewer guides for the group video sessions of this in-depth women's Bible study of Esther - a profile in courage. Esther 7 Louis Segond (LSG) 7 Le roi et Haman allèrent au festin chez la reine Esther. 2 Then the king's personal attendants proposed, "Let a search be made for beautiful young virgins for the king. in order to confirm these days of Purim at their appointed times, as Mordecai the Jew and Queen Esther had instituted for themselves and for their offspring, with the instructions for their times of fasting and their lamenting. The name Esther means 'star' and is a derivation of the root name of the goddess Ishtar. Mordecai is honored; Haman is executed - Esther 6:1 - 7:10. Esther 6 1 That night the king could not sleep; so he ordered the book of the chronicles, the record of his reign, to be brought in and read to him. Starting your free trial of Bible Gateway Plus is easy. Esther - Women of the Bible. The rabbis were troubled by Esther’s failure to live as a Jew: she has sexual intercourse with and marries a Gentile, lives in the Persian court, and does not follow Jewish dietary laws (the Septuagint, the Greek translation of the Hebrew Bible, tries to remedy this by adding prayers and repeatedly invoking God, as well as having Esther declare that she loathes her present lifestyle). Esther was her Persian name. Yet, though this is true in one sense, there is more to it than that. And Esther found favor in the eyes of all who saw her. On this day the enemies of the Jews had hoped to overpower them, but now the tables were turned and the Jews got the upper hand over those who hated them. Then I will answer the king's question." The Jewish people are rescued and delivered - Esther 8:1 - 9:19. 2 It was found recorded there that Mordecai had exposed Bigthana and Teresh, two of the king's officers who guarded the doorway, who had conspired to assassinate King Xerxes. Now Esther was winning favor in the eyes of all who saw her" (Esther 2:15). KJV, The King James Study Bible, Red Letter, Full-Color Edition: Holy Bible, King James … NOG. The key personalities are Esther, Mordecai, King Ahasuerus (or Xerxes), and Haman. Esther 4 1 When Mordecai learned of all that had been done, he tore his clothes, put on sackcloth and ashes, and went out into the city, wailing loudly and bitterly. Esther Bible Study will give you a three-part look at the book of the Bible that bears her name, and at its title character. They were honored with royal garments and a decree was written to protect all Jews. 2 Ce second jour, le roi dit encore à Esther, pendant qu'on buvait le vin: Quelle est ta d 3 "What honor and recognition has Mordecai received for this?" 1 This is what happened during the time of Xerxes, # 1:1 Hebrew Ahasuerus; here and throughout Esther the Xerxes who ruled over 127 provinces stretching from India to Cush # 1:1 That is, the upper Nile region: 2 At that time King Xerxes reigned from his royal throne in the citadel of Susa, 3 and in the third year of his reign he gave a banquet for all his nobles and officials. Read the entire Scripture account of the life of Queen Esther in the Bible verses below and use the articles and videos to understand the meaning of this teachable event in the Bible: Her Jewish name was Hadassah. KJ21. Esther replied, "My petition and my request is this: 8 If the king regards me with favor and if it pleases the king to grant my petition and fulfill my request, let the king and Haman come tomorrow to the banquet I will prepare for them. Esther 4 - NIV: When Mordecai learned of all that had been done, he tore his clothes, put on sackcloth and ashes, and went out into the city, wailing loudly and bitterly. Author and Date. And Esther appointed him over Haman's estate. Watch our overview video on the book of Esther, which breaks down the literary design of the book and its flow of thought. 4 When Mordecai perceived all that was done, Mordecai rent his clothes, and put on sackcloth with ashes, and went out into the midst of the city, and cried with a loud and a bitter cry; 2 And came even before the king's gate: for none might enter into the king's gate clothed with sackcloth. Although we do not know who wrote the book of Esther, from internal evidence it is possible to make some inferences about the author and the date of composition. KJV, Seaside Bible, Full-Color Illustrated: Holy Bible, King James Version. Read Esther commentary using Matthew Henry Commentary on the Whole Bible (Complete). Queen Esther and Mordecai were given Haman's estate. Herbert Lockyer describes her as "the woman who saved her nation from genocide." So Hathach went to Mordecai in the town square in front of the King’s Gate. Bible Book Summary. Introduction Esther was a Jew from the tribe of Benjamin who grew up as an exile in Persia. ASV. Esther 5 New King James Version (NKJV) Esther’s Banquet. Mordecai Honored - That night the king could not sleep; so he ordered the book of the chronicles, the record of his reign, to be brought in and read to him. Esther Summary by Jay Smith. Save: $4.50 (30%) Buy Now . 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