About the Book
Who is the Author of the book?
It is Unknown
Who is the one character who is NEVER mentioned?
God
Why do we meet Esther?
She is a part of the beauty pageant, and wins
What is the Culture Esther and her family originated from?
Jewish
What is the Genre?
A Hero story
What is the name of the Kings original wife?
Vashti
What does Mordecai overhear?
The plot to kill the king from two servants
What is the feast this story starts with?
What is the structure of the book?
Ironic Reversal
What is the name of Esther's cousin and father figure?
Mordecai
Why does Haman not like Mordecia?
He refused to bow down to him
This book takes place 100 years after what?
The Babylonian exile
What are the 3 main parts of the outline of the book?
Inro, Main action, conclusion
Who is the highest position in the kingdom other than the king?
Hammon
What does Esther do to please the King and Haman?
Throws 2 banquets to ask for deliverance for the jews
What is the decree the King makes at the beginning?
What City is this book set in?
Susa- Persian Capital
What was the name of Emma's first car?
Prime
What is the pivot point of the whole book?
When Haman has to walk Mordecai around and honor him
What are the three major themes we see in this book?
Divine providence, human responsibility, absurdity of wickedness