Recounts the story of the Biblical Queen Esther and the origin of the Jewish celebration of Purim.

Take a captivating journey back in time and meet the characters of the Persian town of Shushan. Learn the important roles they played in bringing about the miraculous events that brought us the joyous holiday of Purim.

The Purim holiday celebrates the miraculous story of the Jews of Persia during the reign of Achashverosh (Xerxes I), over 2400 years ago. The Book of Esther, which is read on Purim, commemorates the events of the days during which Haman's plot to eliminate the Jews of Persia was met by the heroic deeds of Queen Esther.

Includes abbreviated chapter summaries of the Book of Esther, commentaries, a play script, and music and costume ideas.