He adopted Esther in the Book of Esther Crossword Clue
8 letters · New York Times · Thursday, November 9, 2017 · 10-Down
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Thursday, November 9, 2017.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · November 9, 2017 · 10-Down · 8 letters
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One of the main personalities in the Book of Esther. He adopted and raised his cousin Esther and foiled a plot to assassinate the king.
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