Esther, adventuring on the king's favor, obtains the grace of the golden sceptre, |
and invites the king and Haman to a banquet. |
She, being encouraged by the king in her suit, invites them to another banquet. |
Haman, proud of his advancement, repines at the contempt of Mordecai. |
By the counsel of Zeresh he prepares for him a gallows. |