Esther - Chapter-2

Chapter Summary

Esther made queen.

Based on verse 7 and the rest of the book, how do we see God's care for an orphan? Have you or someone you know experienced this? How does this experience shape our understanding of this passage?
What is the reason for Esther's secrecy in verse 10? What do we learn from this about the dangerous situation she is in in this book?
What does this chapter generally teach us about this culture's view of women? How might you compare this with the broader biblical perspective?
In verses 21-23, how does Mordecai show loyalty to the foreign country he is in? What lesson does this have for us today?
What is the state of the people of God in verse 5-6? Would you describe your situation as a believer as similar or different? How does the book of Esther show God working in dire circumstances?
What is the main message of this chapter? How does it connect to the broader story, specifically chapters 1 and 3?
What kind of problems do we see in verse 14? Does our modern culture have similar problems or not? Explain why.
What is the reason Esther finds favor in verse 15? How might we describe God's working behind the scenes in this verse?
How do we see God working in verses 19-23? What is the lesson for us today?
What does this chapter teach us about how God works in the world? Can you think of moments in your life where God similarly worked behind the scenes? What did they show you about God?