Esther 3:13a-g, 5:1-13 LXX, 8:12a-i; Psalm 85/6; Phil 2:-11; 1 Timothy 2:1-4 We have seen already how the LXX version of Esther makes God the main character, with Mordecai’s initial vision and closing interpretation, and with the poignant prayers of both Mordecai and Esther as the action heats up. Our final episode on Esther continuesContinue reading “Light From (and Upon) the Readable Books 8: Misinformation, Decrees, and the Life of Leaders”
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Light From (and Upon) the Readable Books 7: Esther’s Humility and God’s Rescue
Esther 4:17a-x, Psalm 1, Psalm 150-151, Daniel 3:2-45; 2 Kings/4 Kingdoms 19:14-19, Nehemiah 1:5-11 From the early days of the Church, the righteous Esther has been put forth as an example of both courage and humility. The first century father Clement of Rome, exclaimed: Many women, fortified by the grace of God, have accomplished manyContinue reading “Light From (and Upon) the Readable Books 7: Esther’s Humility and God’s Rescue”
Edith M. Humphrey 