The Book of Esther - From Narrative to Storytelling (Supplements to Vetus Testamentum) (German Edition) - Perfect for Biblical Studies, Theology Research & Ancient Literature Analysis

Three pagan narratives underlie the Book of Esther. These basic narratives were merged into one story, which expressed the problems of Jewish life in the diaspora. In an attempt to adjust Palestinian Judaism to the Jewish diaspora, the theme of Purim was introduced into the narrative.