The Book of Esther is a captivating narrative that unfolds against the backdrop of the Persian Empire, telling the story of Esther and Mordecai, two Jewish individuals who play pivotal roles in saving their people from annihilation. This story is unique in the Bible as it is the only book that does not explicitly mention…
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The Story of Esther: A Tale of Courage and Divine Providence
In the ancient Persian Empire, during the reign of King Ahasuerus (also known as Xerxes), a great feast was held in the capital city of Susa. The king, in his drunken state, commanded that his queen, Vashti, appear before him and his guests wearing only her royal crown, to display her beauty. Vashti, however, refused…