…in the third year of his reign, he made a feast unto all his princes and his servants; the army of Persia and Media, the nobles and princes of the provinces, being before him
Scroll of Esther 1:3
…when he showed the riches of his glorious kingdom and the honor of his excellent majesty, many days, even a hundred and fourscore days
Scroll of Esther 1:4
… and the month which was turned unto them from sorrow to gladness, and from mourning into a good day; that they should make them days of feasting and gladness…
Scroll of Esther 9:22
Series: WOMEN IN THE BIBLE: THE HEROINES AND THE HARASSED
Title: Esther
Size: 1.16m x 1.67m (46in x 66in)
When considering the tapestry series Women In the Bible, I felt that I must begin with the miraculous story of ESTHER. Purim—the Jewish holiday which celebrates this Bible story—is filled with vibrant color and a dynamic reminiscent of Carnival.
One sees in Esther so many admirable qualities—bravery, leadership, self-confidence, grace, and intelligence. Additionally, seen from the perspective of the challenges women today seek to overcome, we can see that she gained autonomy over the king, which speaks to the ever-growing economic and cultural independence of women in today’s world.
The colorful tapestry depicts the Biblical scene of the royal feast. The central figure—a gracious Queen Esther—stands alone in the center of glorious riches. Her posture is boldly upright, showing her determination to overcome her fears and rise to the critical importance of her mission.
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