The Blood of Rachel, a Dramatization of Esther, and Other Poems
Just thinking of the lustrous stars of dawn.

Ahafid

But Mordecai believes that Esther can

Control the king, and yet may save the Jews.

Smerdis

I am more interested in fools than Jews.

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Ahafid

The golden sceptre was extended when

She went into his presence yesterday.

Last night she banqueted with him but still

Refused to name the favor that she wished.

Smerdis

A bathrobe or some new stars for her crown.

Ahafid

[Not hearing.]

The king does not suspect her origin.

What will he do when he finds out the truth?

Smerdis

Since when has Xerxes cared for truth?


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