45
I refuse to eat at Haman's table or honor the king by attending his parties, and I have never drunk any of the wine dedicated to his gods.
46
Since I came here, the only thing that has brought me joy is my worship of you, Lord God of Abraham.
47
"Almighty God, listen to the prayer of your people. Rescue us from these evildoers, and take away my fear."
48
Queen Esther prayed for three days. Then she took off the clothes she had been wearing and put on her splendid robes again.
49
In all her royal splendor, she prayed again to her God and savior, who sees everything. Walking like a queen, she left her room accompanied by two servant women, one of them escorting her by the arm and
Scripture taken from the Good News Translation - Second Edition, Copyright 1992 by American Bible Society. Used by Permission.