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Esther

Facts:

Esther was a Jewish woman who became queen of the Persian kingdom during the time of the Babylonian captivity of the Jews.

  • The book of Esther tells the story of how Esther became the wife of the Persian King Ahasuerus and how God used her to save her people.
  • Esther was an orphan who was raised by her godly older cousin, Mordecai.
  • Her obedience to her adoptive father helped her to be obedient to God.
  • Esther obeyed God and risked her life in order to save her people, the Jews.
  • The story of Esther illustrates God's sovereign control over the events of history, especially how he protects his people and works through those who obey him.

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(See also: Ahasuerus, Babylon, Mordecai, Persia)

Bible References:

Word Data:##

  • Strong's: H635