ESTHER

Also called HADASSAH

Niece of Mordecai

Es 2:7,15

Chosen queen

Es 2:17

Tells the king of the plot against his life

Es 2:22

Fasts on account of the decree to destroy the Israelites; Accuses Haman to the king; intercedes for her people

Es 4; 5; 6; 7; 8; 9