The story of Esther begins with a royal feast in the Persian Empire, where King Xerxes displays his wealth and power. Amidst the revelry, Queen Vashti refuses to obey the king's command to appear before his guests, asserting her dignity in a patriarchal society. This act of defiance leads to her removal as queen, setting off a chain of events that will change the fate of the Jewish people. In the aftermath, the king seeks a new queen, and a beautiful young Jewish woman named Esther is chosen. Raised by her cousin Mordecai, Esther's Jewish identity remains hidden as she navigates the complexities of court life. This chapter introduces key themes of power, identity, and the consequences of courage, laying the groundwork for Esther's pivotal role in the unfolding drama of salvation for her people.
Esther Chapter 1
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