Esther

מְגִלַּת אֶסְתֵּר

“”the Scroll” (“the Megillah”) of Esther

This brilliant book, The Book (Megillah) of Estherאֶסְתֵּר
Transliteration;’estēr Pronunciation es-tare’ Esther = “star” the queen of Persia, heroine of the book of Esther – daughter of Abihail, cousin and adopted daughter of Mordecai, of the tribe of Benjamin Said to be a Prophetesses in the Talmud. For more info click here, showcases the victorious journey of dispersed Jews during the reign of Ahasuerus the king of Persia (Iran). Despite facing Haman’s nefarious plottings, our heroic characters remained determined and rooted in their faith. The story exemplifies the miraculous ways in which God’s hand was continuously at play (although it never mentions His name) . Every character, even the villainous Haman and the pliable Ahasuerus, played a pivotal role in this profound narrative. Mordecai’s skill and Estherאֶסְתֵּר
Transliteration;’estēr Pronunciation es-tare’ Esther = “star” the queen of Persia, heroine of the book of Esther – daughter of Abihail, cousin and adopted daughter of Mordecai, of the tribe of Benjamin. Said to be a Prophetesses in the Talmud. For more info click here‘s beauty are just a few examples of God’s providence. The true heroine of this story, however, is Estherאֶסְתֵּר
Transliteration;’estēr Pronunciation es-tare’ Esther = “star” the queen of Persia, heroine of the book of Esther – daughter of Abihail, cousin and adopted daughter of Mordecai, of the tribe of Benjamin. Said to be a Prophetesses in the Talmud. For more info click here. Her unwavering strength and faith are evident in her willingness to risk her life and position for her people in their time of need. The Book (Megillah) of Estherאֶסְתֵּר
Transliteration;’estēr Pronunciation es-tare’ Esther = “star” the queen of Persia, heroine of the book of Esther – daughter of Abihail, cousin and adopted daughter of Mordecai, of the tribe of Benjamin, Said to be a Prophetesses in the Talmud. For more info click here inspires us to stand firm in our beliefs, even when faced with daunting challenges, and to trust in the will of the divine. The book (Megillah) of Estherאֶסְתֵּר
Transliteration;’estēr Pronunciation es-tare’ Esther = “star” the queen of Persia, heroine of the book of Esther – daughter of Abihail, cousin and adopted daughter of Mordecai, of the tribe of Benjamin, said to be a Prophetesses in the Talmud. For more info click here is commemorated in the festival of Purim on the 14th day of the Hebrew month of Adarאֲדָר
Ădār; from Akkadian adaru is the sixth month of the civil year and the twelfth month of the religious year on the Hebrew calendar, roughly corresponding to the month of March in the Gregorian calendar. It is a month of 29 days. For more info click here.

The Author

The authorship of the Book (Megillah) of Estherאֶסְתֵּר
Transliteration;’estēr Pronunciation es-tare’ Esther = “star” the queen of Persia, heroine of the book of Esther – daughter of Abihail, cousin and adopted daughter of Mordecai, of the tribe of Benjamin. Said to be a Prophetesses in the Talmud. For more info click here cannot be determined with certainty. Scholars have attributed it to various individuals, such as Ezra, Joiakim, Mordecai, and men of the Great Synagogue. However, there is merit in ascribing the book to Mordecai, as he is a significant character and has personal knowledge of the events described. Many scholars, contend that it is a work of fiction written centuries after the events supposedly occurred others believe the book is not a work of fiction or romance, but a historical account documented by specific dates. It is dated according to the reign of Ahasuerus, commonly believed to be Xerxes I of ancient times. Modern excavations at Susa (the capital of Iran) have corroborated the accuracy of the author’s account, indicating personal knowledge of the depicted people and events. Despite being aggressively attacked for its nationalist and vengeful spirit, the Book (Megillah) of Estherאֶסְתֵּר
Transliteration;’estēr Pronunciation es-tare’ Esther = “star” the queen of Persia, heroine of the book of Esther – daughter of Abihail, cousin and adopted daughter of Mordecai, of the tribe of Benjamin, said to be a Prophetesses in the Talmud. For more info click here offers truths that can edify the soul of those humbly relying on the Spirit of God to learn. The more one studies the story, the more profound truths they will uncover, comparable to gold nuggets.