Where was Mordecai's "usual" hangout?
What is the kings gate?
This Minor Prophet's name means 'festal' and he urged the Jews to finish rebuilding the Temple."
Who is Haggai?
What did the Lord say, the people said regarding the Lords House? (Hag 1:2)?
It is not time to build the Lord’s house
What is the location for the story of Esther?
Kingdom of Persia
Haggai addressed his messages to this governor of Judah and to Joshua the high priest.
Who is Zerubbabel?
According to Haggai 1:4, the people were living in these, while the Lord's house lay in ruins.
What are paneled houses?
How many banquets were described in the Book of Esther?
Two
Haggai delivered his message during the second year of this Persian king's reign.
Who is Darius?
Why had the Jewish people been discouraged from rebuilding the temple?
They had faced opposition from their enemies
What is the Persian city where most of the Book of Esther takes place?
Susa
What does Esther do before agreeing to help Mordecai?
Fast and pray.
Who did the Lord ask about consecrated meat touching some bread or oil (Hag 2:11f)?
Who are Some priests
What did God say he would grant in this temple (Hag 2:9)?
Peace
Where was Haman executed?
Gallows created for the Jewish people.
What holiday is created to honor Esther for helping to save the Jewish people?
Festival of Purim
In chapter 2, God promised to make this person like a signet ring, symbolizing chosen authority.
Who is Zerubbabel ?
The Lord declared that the "desire of all nations" would come to fill this place with glory.
What is the Temple (or House)?