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