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Esther Bible Study Guide

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Esther overview

Historical Book

Esther — Providence and Preservation

Book context

Esther at a glance

Old Testament
Biblical periodReturn and Second Temple community

The returned community rebuilds, worship is restored, covenant life is renewed, and unresolved hope remains.

Book passageEsther 1-10
WriterThe book does not name its writer.
AudienceJews living in the diaspora, seeing the Lord's hidden preservation of His people.
Ruling powers / settingPersia is the ruling empire.

Scripture references

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Esther 2:17Esther 3:8-11Esther 4:14Esther 4:16Esther 5:2Esther 6:1-3Esther 7:3-6Esther 7:10Esther 8:16-17Esther 9:26-28

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