Key Figures — Esther 2

4 figures

Esther
Jewish woman who becomes queen of Persia.
Esther, also known as Hadassah, is chosen to be queen after King Ahasuerus dismisses Queen Vashti. Her beauty and grace win her favor in the eyes of the king and his officials.
Related passages
- Esther Chapter 4 (Esther's courage in approaching the king)
- Esther Chapter 7 (Esther's role in saving her people)
Mordecai
Esther's cousin and guardian.
Mordecai raises Esther as his own daughter after her parents' death. He instructs her not to reveal her Jewish identity and later uncovers a plot against the king.
Related passages
- Esther Chapter 3 (Mordecai's refusal to bow to Haman)
- Esther Chapter 6 (Mordecai honored by the king)
King Ahasuerus
King of Persia who chooses Esther as queen.
After deposing Queen Vashti, King Ahasuerus seeks a new queen and ultimately selects Esther, unaware of her Jewish heritage.
Related passages
- Esther Chapter 1 (Ahasuerus deposes Vashti)
- Esther Chapter 7 (Ahasuerus's role in Haman's downfall)
Hegai
Custodian of the women in the king's harem.
Hegai is responsible for the care and preparation of the women brought to the king's palace. He shows favor to Esther by providing her with special treatment and advice.
Related passages
- Esther Chapter 2 (Hegai's favor towards Esther)

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