Esther Calls for a Fast

Esther 4:1–5:8; 7:1–6; 8:3–8

The Big Idea

Esther faced danger with the support of her community.

The Bible Story

Queen Esther

Esther asked Mordecai to gather the Jews in Susa for a three-day fast. She and her attendants would fast too before she went to the king.

Look closely

Esther asked Mordecai to gather the Jews in Susa for a three-day fast. She and her attendants would fast too before she went to the king.

Talk together

For families, church, and class

Read Esther 4:15-17 together before coloring. How did Esther ask her community to prepare?

Source note

Esther 4:1–5:8; 7:1–6; 8:3–8 · Esther Calls for a Fast

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