Latin Vulgate, Esther: Liber Esther by Anonymous
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| Author | Anonymous |
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| Title | Latin Vulgate, Esther: Liber Esther |
| Note | Reading ease score: 41.7 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Dennis McCarthy |
| Summary | "Latin Vulgate, Esther: Liber Esther" by Anonymous is a religious text, part of the Vulgate Bible, written during the early centuries CE. This book contains the Book of Esther, which is a significant narration within the Old Testament, focusing on the themes of courage, faith, and divine providence. The text is known for its unique position in biblical literature as it does not explicitly mention God, yet showcases His influence in the events that unfold. The story revolves around Esther, a Jewish woman who becomes queen of Persia, and her cousin Mordecai, who uncovers a plot against the Jewish people orchestrated by Haman, the king's advisor. As Haman seeks to annihilate the Jews, Esther, initially hesitating due to the potential consequences of approaching the king uninvited, ultimately takes a bold stand to save her people. She reveals her Jewish identity to King Xerxes and pleads for the safety of her community. Through a series of dramatic events, including feasts and revelations, Haman's scheme backfires, leading to his execution and the Jews' deliverance, as they gain permission to defend themselves. The festival of Purim commemorates these events, celebrating Jewish survival and resilience. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | Latin |
| LoC Class | BS: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: The Bible, Old and New Testament |
| Subject | Bible. Esther |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 826 |
| Release Date | Feb 1, 1997 |
| Most Recently Updated | Apr 14, 2013 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 81 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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