Bible story · Esther 2–9
Queen Esther coloring pages
Read the Bible story of Queen Esther, the young Jewish woman who became queen of Persia and courageously helped save her people.
6 free printable sheets · A4 & US Letter PDF
Esther Becomes Queen
Esther 2:15–17
For Such a Time as This
Esther 4:12–16
Esther Goes to the King
Esther 5:1–3
Esther's Banquet
Esther 5:4–8
Mordecai Is Honored
Esther 6:10–11
Esther Saves Her People
Esther 8:3–17
Print the whole story
All 6 pages in story order, in one PDF, handy for a Sunday school class or a story book to colour over the week. Choose the age group at the top of the page.
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Books and supplies to go with these sheets
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About the story
Esther was a Jewish girl who had lost her parents. Her cousin Mordecai cared for her. When King Xerxes looked for a new queen, Esther was brought to the palace. The king chose her, but she did not tell anyone that she was Jewish.
Later, Mordecai learned that the Jews were in danger because of a wicked plan. He asked Esther to speak to the king. Esther knew she could be punished for entering the king's court without an invitation, so she asked everyone to fast with her first. Then she went to the king, who welcomed her and listened.
Esther invited the king and Haman to two meals. At the second meal, she told the king about the danger facing her people. The king acted, and Mordecai was honoured. Esther helped protect the Jews, and they celebrated with joy.