an introduction and commentary Reid, Debra. creator text bibliography enk 2008 monographic eng

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168 pages ; 21 cm. The place: Persia. The time: fifth-century BC. The Jews were threatened with genocide. A decree ordered the extermination of young and old, women and children. The book of Esther describes how this crisis was averted through the bravery of Esther, the wisdom of Mordecai and the unity of the Jewish people. It also revealsthe God who quietly and soemtimes unexpectedly works behind the scenes to order the events of our lives. - Publisher. Introduction -- The nature of the book of Esther -- Origin and date -- Historical background and setting -- Canonical status -- Literary issues -- Textual issues -- Theology and purpose -- Analysis -- Commentary. Debra Reid. Includes bibliographical references (pages 11-15). Commentaries Criticism, interpretation, etc REF 222.907 R353E .R45 2008 REF 222.907 R353E 9780830842131 0830842136 9781844742448 184474244X 2007052874 DLC 080108 20241028072958.0 190872430 eng