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This excellent commentary is a clear and helpful guide for studying the book of Esther. While Esther is often neglected by Christian preachers and teachers, its message continues to be of importance in the present day. This useful resource will provide insight to help us understand and appreciate God's work through the life of Queen Esther. The drama of the book is clearly captured in this superb...

Right on cue, Ahasuerus repeats his question: “What is your petition … And what is your request?” Esther is ready. This time, her introduction is leaner and slightly more familiar. “If I have won your favor, O king,” she begins, “and if it pleases the king …” Then she cuts straight to the chase: let my life be given me—that is my petition— and the lives of my people—that is my request. Further arguments follow, but this opening statement is worthy of immediate comment. Esther takes advantage of
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