Esther’s Triumph
Moses L. Penha
1847
Friends, let’s celebrate this day—Viva!
Purim, occasion to be gay—Viva!
Safe and free from Haman’s wrong,
Let’s shout in unison this song—Viva, viva, viva . . .
Esther, brilliant as the sun—Viva!
Grand Sultana, king’s loved one—Viva!
Pleaded mercy for her race,
The wish was granted, by his grace—Viva, viva, viva . . .
Esther wants Haman…
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