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The three-day fast that Esther decreed for herself and all the other Jews (Esther 4:16) were days of prayer and repentance, just like every other Jewish fast throughout history. Also, Esther could have remained safe in her opulent palace as the Jews were slaughtered (Esther 4:13), but instead she risked her life to intercede for them (Esther 4:16), which was an act of faith in God.
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∙ 8y ago
Esther risked her life by approaching the king without being summoned, which was against the law. She did this in order to plead for the lives of her people, the Jews, who were facing the threat of extermination. This act required courage and faith in herself and her beliefs.
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∙ 8y agoThe Book of Esther does not mention God*, and therefore does not portray Esther as faithful to God although it certainly portrays Esther as faithful to the Jewish people, for example in Esther 4:16.
*When Jerome was translating the Greek Septuagint version of Esther, he found prayers and other references to God, which he realised were not part of the original Hebrew book. He placed them as an appendix in the Vulgate Book of Esther. Subsequent Catholic translations of Esther have returned them to their earlier positions in the book, while accepting that, although inspired, they are only interpolations. But as interpolations they can not be used to understand the original story.
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∙ 7y agoAppearing before the king unbidden was a capital offense, but Esther did exactly that (Esther ch.4-5). See also:
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∙ 7y agoNobody was allowed to appear before the king without being summoned but Esther went and stood in the inner court where the king could see her.
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Who said if you perish I perish.?
The phrase "if I perish, I perish" is attributed to Queen Esther in the Bible, from the Book of Esther in the Old Testament. Esther expressed her willingness to risk her life by approaching the king uninvited to save her people, the Jews, from the threat of genocide.
Which tribe did Esther come from?
Mordecai, Esther's uncle, came from the tribe of Benjamin (Esther 2:5). While not directly mentioned, it can be inferred from this that Esther was also from the tribe of Benjamin.
When Esther fasted and prayed did she hear from God?
Yes, according to the Bible, Esther's fasting and prayers were answered when she found favor with the king and was able to save her people from annihilation. It is implied that God's hand was guiding events behind the scenes.
How many children did queen Esther in the Bible have?
History records nothing about 'Queen Esther', who many scholars say was probably not a real, historical person. The only reference to Esther is in the Book of Esther, which does not mention children.
Esther Williams religious preference?
Esther Williams was raised as a Presbyterian.
What are the 6 main points in the story of Esther?
1. Esther, a Jew, becomes Queen in Persia [Esther 2:1-17] 2. Jews are threatened [Esther 3:8-4:4] 3. At risk to her own life, Esther intercedes for the Jews [Esther 5-8] 4. Haman's plot is revealed and he is hanged on the gallows he built for Mordecai [Esther 6] 5. Jews are delivered [Esther 9-10] 6. Mordecai, Esther's Uncle, becomes the prime minister with authority next to that of the King [Esther 10:3]
Was there an Esther in the Bible pregnant late in life?
No. In the Book of Esther, it says she was young and beautiful only (see Esther 2:7).
How did Esther became hero?
Esther became a hero to the Jewish people through saving them from being killed by the King's order. Esther revealed Hamon as an enemy and Esther told the King whom loved her that she was Jewish. She risked her life in revealing these.
Why does the king spare Queen Esther's life the second time she appears before him without being summoned?
There was no "second time." Such an event is stated once (Esther ch.4 and 5), not twice. The answer is that when he saw her, Esther found favor in his eyes (Esther 5:2). See also the Related Link.More about Esther
What factors in Esther's life are outside of her control?
Esther's genetic makeup, her upbringing, and societal expectations are all factors in her life that are outside of her control. These aspects can influence her opportunities, life circumstances, and experiences in ways that she may have limited or no control over.
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What were important dates in Esther's life?
Queen Esther 492 B.C. - 460 B.C.She became queen in 478 B.C.She saved the Jews in Persia in 473 B.C.
What has the author Esther Avissar written?
Esther Avissar has written: 'Bayit bi-Yerushalayim' -- subject(s): Biography, Childhood and youth, Jews, Social life and customs
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