Mordecai
Cousin and guardian
Basis: Esther 2:5–7
All people
Persian period
Esther
Jewish queen who intervenes for her people
Also known as: Hadassah
Editorial status
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Profile
Esther, also called Hadassah, is raised by Mordecai and becomes queen in the Persian court. When Haman plots against the Jews, Esther approaches the king at personal risk and exposes the plot.
Relationships
Ahasuerus
Husband and Persian king
Basis: Esther 2
Haman
Adversary who plots against the Jews
Basis: Esther 3–7
Major events
Becomes queen
Esther is selected as queen while keeping her Jewish identity private.
Decision to intervene
Mordecai urges Esther to act, and she calls for a fast.
Approaches the king
Esther enters the king’s presence and begins her appeal.
Exposes Haman’s plot
Esther identifies Haman as the adversary.