book of esther
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Definition
Proper noun * Book of Esther: An Old Testament book of the Bible that narrates the story of a beautiful Jewish woman who becomes queen of Persia and uses her position to prevent the massacre of her people.
Usage
- The Book of Esther is traditionally read during the Jewish festival of Purim.
- Scholars often analyze the literary themes of providence and reversal in the Book of Esther.
- The story of Queen Esther is found in the Book of Esther.
Advanced Usage
- The Esther Scroll (Megillat Esther): This is the traditional Hebrew scroll containing the text of the Book of Esther, read publicly during Purim.
- Esther narrative: Refers to the core story and its characters (Esther, Mordecai, King Ahasuerus, Haman) as presented in the biblical book.
Variants and Related Words
- Esther: The name of the central figure and protagonist of the book.
- Megillah: A Hebrew term meaning "scroll," often used specifically to refer to the Scroll of Esther.
- Purim: The Jewish holiday that commemorates the events described in the Book of Esther.
Synonyms
- Scroll of Esther
- Megillat Esther
Related Phrases
- Feast of Purim: The celebration instituted at the conclusion of the Book of Esther.
- The story of Esther: A common way to refer to the narrative content of the book.
Noun
- an Old Testament book telling of a beautiful Jewess who became queen of Persia and saved her people from massacre