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Explore the book of Esther and its message to believers in the minority with David Firth in this free volume of The Gospel Coalition Bible Commentary.
Explore the exciting and unique book of Esther in the Bible. Discover its historical context, cast of characters, themes, and literary design alongside videos, podcasts, and more from BibleProject™.
The book of Esther has served the Jewish people as support of their national hope and especially so in the days of persecution. This book particularly teaches us the invisible care of God for those of His people who preferred to stay in the land of exile although they could have returned to Palestine since the days of King Cyrus of Persia (see ...
- Karen Jobes — Esther (Niv Application Commentary, 1999).
- Joyce Baldwin — Esther (Tyndale Old Testament Commentaries, 1984).
- Iain Duguid — Esther and Ruth (Reformed Expository Commentary, 2005).
- Frederic Bush — Ruth/Esther (Word Biblical Commentary, 1996).
- Mervin Breneman — Ezra, Nehemiah, Esther (New American Commentary, 1993).
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Karen Jobes has written the most engaging, interesting, and helpful commentary on the book of Esther presently available. Her knowledge of the text is extensive, and her insights into current application are valuable. The commentary is accessible to laymen, but it should be useful to pastors and scholars as well.
Joyce Baldwin was among the most consistent commentators of the previous generation. This commentary on Esther in the Tyndale series is a perfect example of the value of her work. Clear, concise, and to the point—always an asset in commentaries.
Duguid’s commentary would be a good addition to the library of any pastor or teacher. His exposition of the text is careful and clear. There is also a very helpful focus on contemporary application.
For those seeking a more extensive commentary on the book of Esther, Frederic Bush’s work in the WBC series is a good place to start. Although a bit too technical for most readers, it will be of benefit to seminary students and others doing in-depth study of the text.
I have already mentioned Breneman’s commentary in my post on the top five Ezra-Nehemiah commentaries. The same evaluation applies here. A very helpful work.
There are a number of other helpful commentaries on the book of Esther. Among them are the introductory-level commentaries byDebra Reid and J.G. McConville. Seminary students will also want to consult the work ofAnthony Tomasino, David J.A. Clines, andJon Levenson.
The chapter on Esther in Barry Webb’s Five Festal Garmentsis very helpful. This article is part of the Top 5 Commentariescollection.
2. ( Esther 1:12) Queen Vashti refuses to appear before the drunken guests of the feast. But Queen Vashti refused to come at the king’s command brought by his eunuchs; therefore the king was furious, and his anger burned within him. a. But Queen Vashti refused to come: Though Vashti was by no means a follower of the true God, she had enough ...
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God is in control. An EasyEnglish Bible Version and Commentary (2800 word vocabulary) on the Book of Esther. www.easyenglish.bible. Robert Bryce. Words in boxes are from the Bible. A word list at the end explains words with a *star by them. This commentary has been through Advanced Theological Checking. About the Book of Esther.
Verses 1–3. How the providence of God watched over the Jews that had returned out of captivity to their own land, and what great and kind things were done for them, we read in the two foregoing books; but there were many who staid behind, having not zeal enough for God’s house, and the holy land and city, to carry them through the ...
