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Category: Esther

  • Esther 1: Showing Who’s Boss

    Esther 1: Showing Who’s Boss

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    Xerxes was a king with an enormous empire and an enormous ego to match. He described himself as the King of Kings and made sure everyone knew just how powerful he was.  Yet, with a healthy dose of humour, this chapter shows that Xerxes was not as powerful as he thought he was and prompts…

  • Esther: Setting the Scene

    Esther: Setting the Scene

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    nickjones2011
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    The story of Esther has everything you could possibly want: twists and turns, gripping cliffhangers and fascinating characters. Before we start into chapter 1, let’s take some time to set the scene and get ready for the drama ahead.