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Latin Vulgate, Esther: Liber Esther   By:

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The Latin Vulgate version of the Book of Esther, attributed to Anonymous, offers readers a fresh perspective on this iconic piece of scripture. This translation provides a faithful rendition of the original text, with clear and concise language that captures the essence of the story.

The narrative of Esther is a powerful and compelling tale of courage, faith, and divine providence, and this Latin translation does justice to its themes. The characters leap off the page, their struggles and triumphs brought vividly to life through the evocative language used in this version.

Overall, the Latin Vulgate version of the Book of Esther is a valuable addition to any collection of religious texts. Its faithful translation and compelling storytelling will engage readers and provide them with a deeper appreciation of this timeless story.

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LIBER ESTHER.

PARS PRIOR. NARRATIONES PROTOCANONICAE, 1:1 10:3.

I. PERICULUM IUDAEORUM, 1:1 4:17.

1. REGINA VASTHI EICITUR, 1:1 22.

1:1 In diebus Assueri, qui regnavit ab India usque Aethiopiam super centum viginti septem provincias:

1:2 quando sedit in solio regni sui, Susan civitas regni eius exordium fuit.

1:3 Tertio igitur anno imperii sui fecit grande convivium cunctis principibus, et pueris suis, fortissimis Persarum, et Medorum inclytis, et praefectis provinciarum coram se,

1:4 ut ostenderet divitias gloriae regni sui, ac magnitudinem, atque iactantiam potentiae suae, multo tempore, centum videlicet et octoginta diebus.

1:5 Cumque implerentur dies convivii, invitavit omnem populum, qui inventus est in Susan, a maximo usque ad minimum: et iussit septem diebus convivium praeparari in vestibulo horti, et nemoris, quod regio cultu et manu consitum erat.

1:6 Et pendebant ex omni parte tentoria aerii coloris et carbasini ac hyacinthini, sustentata funibus byssinis, atque purpureis, qui eburneis circulis inserti erant, et columnis marmoreis fulciebantur. Lectuli quoque aurei et argentei, super pavimentum smaragdino et pario stratum lapide, dispositi erant: quod mira varietate pictura decorabat.

1:7 Bibebant autem qui invitati erant, aureis poculis, et aliis atque aliis vasis cibi inferebantur... Continue reading book >>




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