The Fast of Esther is observed on the preceding day of the festival of Purim, and it will be observed on March 16 this year. Do you know that it has been more than 2000 years given that “The Book of Esther” was composed? The Fast of Esther is a small fast day, and it begins at the break of dawn and ends by sunset.

HISTORY OF FAST OF ESTHER
The Fast of Esther is observed to memorialize the events in “The Book of Esther.” Some say that a fast is observed on this day as it was on this day that Esther fasted for three days and three nights. It is believed that Mordecai announced a three-day fast when he notified Esther about Haman’s plans, and Esther recommended that she and the Jewish neighborhood of Shushan fasted for 3 days. The story goes that Haman, the child of Hammedatha the Agagite, was displeased upon hearing that Mordechai would not worship him. He convinced Ahasuerus to permit him to kill all the members of the Jew neighborhood when he discovered out that Mordechai was a Jew.

Esther stepped in and chose to hinder Haman’s strategy. Haman honored the invite and fell on Esther’s sofa, pleading for grace. Queen Esther had notified the King that Haman had actually come to eliminate her.

Some scholars believe that the fast is observed as the Jews who went to fight with the enemies had fasted to get magnificent favor. The Jews are said to have fasted prior to going into fight and slaying over 75,000 guys.

The Fast of Esther has been observed by Jews for centuries on the day preceding the celebration of Purim. Some also believe that the fast is observed to nullify the feasting and merrymaking throughout Purim.

FAST OF ESTHER TIMELINE
483 B.C.
Esther is Born
Esther is born in the Persian Empire.

458 B.C.
Esther Becomes Queen
King Ahasuerus makes Esther his brand-new queen.

359 B.C.
” The Book of Esther”
” The Book of Esther” is composed during the reign of Artaxerxes III.

300 B.C.
Fast of Esther
The Jews, specifically the Rabbi religious leaders, observe a small fast to commemorate the occasions mentioned in “The Book of Esther.”

FAST OF ESTHER FAQS
Is Purim similar to Easter?
Purim is a day of feasting and celebration, and for this reason it is frequently compared to other vacations like Halloween, Easter, and Mardi Gras. It resembles Easter as baskets of food and drink are sent out to family and the bad, and these baskets appear like Easter baskets.

What is the proper way to want on Purim?
You can wish “Happy Purim,” or, if you want it to be more genuine, you can wish individuals in Hebrew “Chag Purim Sameach.” The expression, “Chag Sameach” can be utilized for any Jewish vacation.

What should I give a Purim party?
Giving food presents for Purim is a common custom. Individuals primarily bring baskets of cookies, candies, red wine, treats, and fruits, but a packaged gift bag is likewise appropriate.

HOW TO OBSERVE THE FAST OF ESTHER
Prepare yourself mentally
If you desire to bring out the fast successfully, you ought to prepare in advance. You likewise have to prepare mentally for the fast.

Recite your prayers
In the early morning, recite ‘selichot,’ which is present at the back of the prayer book. In the afternoon, during the Minchah– an afternoon prayer service, recite the Amidah prayer. Some individuals who take up fasting likewise consist of the paragraph Aneinu in the Shema Koleinu blessing throughout the Minchah.

Provide to charity
It is said that the Jews contributed half-shekels to the Holy Temple to counter the 10,000 silver skills provided to King Ahasuerus by Haman to wipe out the Jew neighborhood. It is traditional to provide 3 coins in half denominations to charity during the fast of Esther.

5 FACTS ABOUT THE BOOK OF ESTHER THAT WILL BLOW YOUR MIND
Among the two books on females
” The Book of Esther” is among the two books called after a female, the other one is “The Book of Ruth.”

It was composed by Mordecai
It is believed that the author of “The Book of Esther” is either her cousin Mordecai or Ezra.

It takes place in Susa
The events mentioned in “The Book of Esther” are stated to have happened in Susa, modern-day Sush in Iran.

Only Adar is pointed out
Adar is the only month in the scriptural calendar that has actually been discussed in “The Book of Esther.”

God is not discussed
It is the only book in the Hebrew Bible that does not discuss God.

WHY THE FAST OF ESTHER IS IMPORTANT
It teaches us about sacrifice and reinforces self-control
Fasting makes us appreciate the richness of life. It makes us recognize the importance of the food that we eat and the convenience we have in our lives. It teaches us a lesson on devotion, sacrifice, and gratitude. It likewise strengthens the mind.

It conjures up devotion in us
This day offers us a chance to draw out our spiritual and spiritual side. While observing the Fast of Esther, one can reserve his tension, worry, and the intricacies of life and practice meditation. It gives us the time to introspect, pray, and be one with God.

Fasting has health benefits
Reduced resting heart rate, decreased blood pressure, lower levels of bad cholesterol, decreased level of insulin are a few of the advantages of fasting. It also promotes the expulsion of broken cells and the production of new healthy cells.

 

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