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Esther was a Jewish girl who had been taken captive. After her parents died, she was adopted a family member, Mordecai, who raised her as his own daughter.

King Xerxes was looking for a new queen. Many young women were considered, but after a year of beauty treatments, Esther was chosen to be the new queen.

Haman was the most powerful man in the kingdom besides the king. He was an evil man who hated the Jewish people and plotted to have them killed.

Mordecai persuaded Esther to go to the king and plead for the lives of the Jewish people. She could be killed for going before him when she hadn't been called. But she was brave and went to see the king. She invited him and the evil man, Haman, to a banquet. During the meal, she revealed the plot against the Jews and accused Haman. Haman was hanged on the gallows he had prepared for Mordecai, and the Jews were allowed to defend themselves. Mordecai was honored.

Since that time Jews have remembered Esther and celebrated the Feast of Purim.




What does this story
mean to me?

All the sufferings of the Jewish people were caused by the prejudice of Haman, the evil man who wanted them killed. Prejudice causes a person to judge and hate another person based on race, color, or some other factor. Many times families pass on their prejudices to their children, and the children learn to devalue people because of such factors.

Do you struggle with some kind of prejudices? Ask God to help you overcome this and look for the good in all people.

You can read this very interesting story of Esther in the book of Esther chapters 1-10.

Memory Verse

Charm is deceptive, and beauty is fleeting; but a woman who fears the Lord is to be praised.

Proverbs 31:30




 

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00093X: Awesome Stories of Faith, DVD Awesome Stories of Faith, DVD
By Wonder Workshop

Don't miss these amazing stories of faith told through songs and narration by acclaimed Christian artists, Rebecca St. James (Esther), Roy Clark (Noah), and author Max Lucado (John). Part of the Awesome Bible Series, Awesome Stories of Faith is a DVD that your children will enjoy. They will watch and listen to incredible stories like "Noah's Fantastic Faith," "The Story of Ruth & Naomi," "The Faith of Beautiful Queen Esther," and sing along with songs such as "Who Built The Ark?," "Faith Is Being Sure," and "Great Is Thy Faithfulness." That's not all! The lyrics of the songs appear on your screen! Approx. 1 hour.

445566: Esther the Beautiful Queen, Pencil Fun Books, 10 Pack Esther the Beautiful Queen, Pencil Fun Books, 10 Pack
By David C. Cook

This Bible story book is fun to read and tells the story of how Esther saved her people in a simple way so young listeners will find it easy to understand. Plus, children will find "hands-on" scribble activities that gets the child involved in the story. All they need to do is scribble with a pencil over the blank spaces and they'll discover hidden words, pictures, and activities. Comes as a pack of 10 books. Recommended for ages 3 to 7.

78376: Messengers of Faith - Esther Messengers of Faith - Esther
By One2believe

Esther and her modest Tale of Glory is ready to be told. Learn about the Bible story of a young woman who grew up to be a princess. Esther narrates her own biography, and also quotes key scripture verses from the Bible, including Esther 4:11a and Esther 7:3. A unique start/stop function allows children to pause and restart the story at any point.

At 11'', this fully poseable talking doll has fully detailed facial features, with rooted black hair. Esther is clothed in an authentic costume, including a silky dress with sheer coat and an elegant fringed wrap. A colorful mini Bible storybook is also included.

Packaged carefully in a clear window gift box, inscribed with such quotes as Feel the Touch of Destiny and One Night with the King. A perfect doll for children ages 3 and older.

  • Endorsed by Focus on the Family.

  • 604971: La Reina Ester / Queen Esther - Spanish La Reina Ester / Queen Esther - Spanish
    By Concordia Publishing House / Concordia Publishing House

    Libros Arco uses the same full-color illustrations that made Arch Books famous and tells important Bible stories. Libros Arco is not a translation; every rhyming story was originally written in Spanish! Teach kids the story of Esther with beautifull illustrations and rhymes. Recommended for ages 5 to 9.

    La serie Libros Arco tiene las mismas ilustraciones a todo color que hicieron famosa la serie Arch ® Books, y en forma de rima cuenta valiosas historias bíblicas. Esta serie no es una traducción; cada historia fue escrita en forma de rima en español. Enseñe a los niños la historia de Ester con bellas ilustraciones y rimas. Recomendado para las edades de 5 a 9.



    Spanish Old Testament Bible Stories

    Stories 127-134
    from Calvary Chapel.



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