Chapter 3
What did King Xerxes do to honor Haman?
He promoted Haman above the other officials.
What did Mordecai put on when he heard the news?
Sackcloth and ashes.
What did Esther wear when she approached the king?
Her royal clothes.
Who was the queen who risked her life to save her people?
Esther.
What quality did Esther demonstrate by approaching the king despite the danger?
Courage.
Who refused to bow down to Haman?
Mordecai.
What did Esther first send Mordecai to wear?
Clothes to replace his sackcloth.
What did the king hold out to Esther?
His gold scepter.
Who was the king of Persia in this story?
King Xerxes (Ahasuerus).
What does Esther's request for a three-day fast teach about facing difficult situations?
The importance of spiritual preparation.
What did Haman cast to choose the date of his plan?
Lots, called Pur.
What did Mordecai ask Esther to do?
Go to the king and beg for her people.
Who attended Esther's first banquet?
King Xerxes and Haman.
Who was the official who plotted against the Jewish people?
Haman.
What does Mordecai's warning about Esther's position teach?
A position of influence comes with responsibility.
What did Haman tell the king about the Jewish people?
That they had different laws and did not obey the king's laws.
How many days did Esther ask the Jews to fast?
Three days.
What did Esther request during the first banquet?
That the king and Haman attend another banquet the next day.
Who carried messages between Esther and Mordecai?
Hathach.
What negative character trait did Haman show through his hatred of Mordecai?
Pride.
On what date were the Jews ordered to be destroyed?
The 13th day of the 12th month, Adar.
What did Esther say about going to the king even if she died?
If I die, I die.
What did Haman order to be built for Mordecai?
A wooden pole 50 cubits high.
Who was Haman's wife?
Zeresh.
What does Esther's decision to invite the king to another banquet demonstrate?
Patience and careful timing.