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Author : Diane Wolkstein
Publisher : HarperTrophy
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 1998
Category : Audiocassettes
ISBN : 0688158447
A portrait of Esther, a shy orphan girl, who becomes a queen and is willing to risk the wrath of a king in order to save her people.
Author : Jonathan Grossman
Publisher : Eisenbrauns
Page : 255 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2011
Category : History
ISBN : 1575062216
Using narrative devices such as allusions and free associations, multivalent expressions, and irony, the author of Esther wrote a story that is about a Jewish woman, Esther, during the time of the Persian exile of Yehudites, and the Persian king, Ahasuerus, who was in power at the time. At various junctures, the author also used secret writing, or we could say that he conveys mixed messages: one is a surface message, but another, often conflicting message lies beneath the surface. For instance, the outer portrayal of the king as one of the main protagonists is an ironic strategy used by the author to highlight the king's impotent, indecisive, "antihero" status. He may wield authority-as symbolized by his twice-delegated signet ring-but he remains powerless. Among all the concealments in the story, the concealment of God stands out as the most prominent and influential example. A growing number of scholars regard the book of Esther as a "comic diversion," the function and intention of which are to entertain the reader. However, Grossman is more convinced by Mikhail Bakhtin's approach, and he labels his application of this approach to the reading of Esther as "theological carnivalesque." Bakhtin viewed the carnival (or the carnivalesque genre) as a challenge by the masses to the governing establishment and to accepted social conventions. He described the carnival as an eruption of ever-present but suppressed popular sentiments. The connection between the story of Esther and Bakhtin's characterization of the carnivalesque in narrative is evident especially in the book of Esther's use of the motifs of "reversal" and "transformation." For example, the young girl Esther is transformed from an exiled Jewess into a queen in one of the turnabouts that characterize the narrative. Many more examples are provided in this analysis of one of the Bible's most fascinating books.
Author : Jill Eileen Smith
Publisher : Revell
Page : 218 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2020-03-03
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781493421282
In an effort to complete a war his father had planned to win, King Xerxes calls every governor, satrap, and official in his vast kingdom to his palace in Susa to strategize and feast. When they finally leave, he decides on one more week of frivolity, which ends in the banishment of his favorite wife, something he never intended to do. But when he discovers Esther, Xerxes is sure he has a second chance at happiness. In her wildest dreams, Esther could never have imagined that she would end up as queen of Persia. Yet she knows better than to become complacent. Another of Xerxes's wives is vying for position, and his closest advisor has a deep and dangerous grudge against Esther's adoptive father. Caught in the middle of palace politics, Esther will find herself in an impossible position: risk her life or consign her people to annihilation. With her impeccable research and her imaginative flair, Jill Eileen Smith brings to life the romantic, suspenseful, and beloved story of Esther, queen of Persia.
Author : Rhonda Stoppe
Publisher : Harvest House Publishers
Page : 242 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2023-03-07
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780736986496
“You will be encouraged, enlightened, and empowered to become the mom you’ve always wanted to be—and to guide your son into becoming the man God intended.” —Cindi McMenamin, national speaker and author of When Women Walk Alone Bringing up boys isn’t for the faint of heart, but bestselling author Rhonda Stoppe has been there before—and she’s here to help! Drawing on insights from fellow boy-moms and from Scripture, Rhonda reveals why walking with Christ is every mom’s key to parenting well. You’ll discover how motherhood gives you unique opportunities to grow in faith as you draw nearer to God through prayer, Bible study, and mentorship from godly women. You’ll also find practical advice for shaping your son in character and faith as you encourage his passions, teach him biblical masculinity, and protect his spirit without smothering his individuality. Your success as a mother doesn’t depend on what your son does with his life, but on how you obey God’s guidance on this mission of motherhood. Moms Raising Sons to Be Men provides the biblical hope, wisdom, and encouragement you need to help your son live a life without regrets!
Author : Aaron Koller
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 277 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2014-01-09
Category : Bibles
ISBN : 9781107048355
This book situates the book of Esther in the intellectual history of Ancient Judaism and provides a new understanding of its purpose.
Author : Sarah Mazor
Publisher : Mazorbooks
Page : 44 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2020-01-16
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 1950170268
The Purim holiday celebrates the miraculous story of the Jews of Persia during the reign of Achashverosh (Xerxes I), over 2400 years ago. The Book of Esther, which is read on Purim, commemorates the events of the days during which Haman's plot to eliminate the Jews of Persia was met by the heroic deeds of Queen Esther.
Author : John Anthony Dunne
Publisher : Wipf and Stock Publishers
Page : 170 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2014-02-12
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781620327845
What if the way the book of Esther has been taught to us in church and retold to us in films, cartoons, and romance novels has missed the original point of the story? Far from being models of piety and devotion, Esther and Mordecai seem indifferent to the faith of their ancestors. How then did this story become part of the Bible and gain the broad acceptance that it has? If the church should not neglect the story, how should it be read? Esther and Her Elusive God calls Christians to avoid the common attempts to make Esther more palatable and theological, and to reclaim this secular story as Scripture. Readers will be encouraged to see in Esther a profound message of God's grace and faithfulness to his wayward people.
Author : Michael V. Fox
Publisher : Wipf and Stock Publishers
Page : 344 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2010-04-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781725227972
Widely praised as a seminal contribution to the study of the Old Testament when it first appeared, Michael V. Fox's Character and Ideology in the Book of Esther is now available in a second edition, complete with an up-to-date critical review of recent Esther scholarship. Fox's commentary, based on his own translation of the Hebrew text, captures the meaning and artistry of Esther's inspiring story. After laying out the background information essential for properly reading Esther, Fox offers commentary on the text that clearly unpacks its message and relevance. Fox also looks in depth at each character in the story of Esther, showing how they were carefully shaped by the book's author to teach readers a new view of how to live as Jews in foreign lands.
Author : Charles R. Swindoll
Publisher : Thomas Nelson
Page : 222 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 1997-09-26
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781418515461
Everyone loves a transformation story. Rags to riches. Plain to beautiful. Weak to strong. Esther's story is that, but it is much more. It is a thought-provoking study of God's invisible hand writing silently and unseen across the pages of human history. Perhaps most of all, Esther's story is the account of godly attributes like courage, dignity, wisdom, and strength?attributes that blocked an evil plot, overthrew an arrogant killer, and replaced terror with joy in thousands of Jewish homes. Author Chuck Swindoll interweaves the ancient, real-life story with insight not only into the virtues of Queen Esther, but also into how the qualities that formed and empowered her can be ours. Esther is the second volume of Charles Swindoll's best-selling series, which examines great lives from God's Word and reveals the strengths and weaknesses that make God's men and women both great . . . and human. Many of the most beloved biblical heroes were ordinary folks. Shepherds. Fishermen. Servants. Widows. Even harlots and petty thieves. One by one, they changed the course of history. Swindoll explains that these men and women did not become great in their own strength but were empowered by God when they surrendered their lives to Him. To live such a life that God considers great is within the reach of everyone who submits to Him.
Author : Lin Wilder
Publisher : Lin Wilder
Page : 305 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2021-10-02
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780578991238
I'm called Esther-a Persian name, and yet I'm a Hebrew. Had I been able to do so, one of the questions I would have asked my mother and father when I grew older was, "Why did you give me this name?" But now, of course, I know why. The story of the orphaned Jewish girl who saves the Jewish nation from extinction is the stuff of fantasy and legend. Did such a person exist? Could an anonymous girl have been selected to be wife of the ancient Persian king of kings? "Esther, soldiers will soon be combing the cities and countryside to look for the most beautiful young virgins. They will take hundreds of young girls for the king's harem. Then the king's eunuchs and servants will spend many months preparing the women for their night with him." His words came faster and faster, wanting to get through this." The author of the award-winning I, Claudia and My Name is Saul ancient novels returns with the story of Esther. Wilder's skills at blending historical fact with vividly imagined, well-founded characters have become her trademark. The Reluctant Queen is guaranteed to captivate both her loyal fans and eager newcomers, right down to its last riveting page.
Author : David J. A. Clines
Publisher : A&C Black
Page : 261 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 1984-01-01
Category : Bible
ISBN : 9780905774664
Author : Rhonda Stoppe
Publisher : Harvest House Publishers
Page : 242 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2018-02-06
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780736971416
Do You Believe in True Love? In a world of broken relationships and hurting people, it can seem like all we ever see is heartache—that marriages are doomed from the start and romance isn't worth the risk. But heart-fluttering, long-lasting love is all around us...we just have to look for it! This collection of beautiful, real-life accounts will bring laughter and tears as you enjoy each story of ordinary people who found extraordinary love. Page after page, you will find inspiration to rekindle the romance in your love story trust in God's providence and timing faithfully hope for your own happily-ever-after celebrate true romance believe in life-long love Don't let the world define romance for you! See how God is at work in the hearts of His people—knitting together hearts in a love that forever endures.
Author : Emily Barton
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 434 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2016
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781101904091
"In a counterfactual world resembling the 1930s, the state of Khazaria, an isolated nation of warriors Jews, is under attack by the Germanii. Esther, the precocious daughter of Khazaria's chief policy advisor, sets out on a quest to ensure the survival of her homeland"--
Author : Tomie dePaola
Publisher : Magnificat-Ignatius
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2020-03-05
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1621643700
"Queen Esther, the Jewish wife of King Ahasuerus of Persia, bravely risked her life to save her people. Tomie dePaola's imaginative artwork brings new life to this beautiful retelling of an inspiring Bible story."--Provided by publisher.
Author : Gerald Friedlander
Publisher : Legare Street Press
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2022-10-26
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN : 1015466680
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