In the book of Esther, what is the significance of the fact that God is never explicitly mentioned, despite the story revolving around the deliverance of the Jewish people?

A The absence of God's name suggests that the events were purely coincidental and not divinely orchestrated. B It indicates that the author of Esther was not a believer in God. C The omission emphasizes human agency and courage in the face of adversity, while subtly implying God's providential work through ordinary people and circumstances, requiring the reader to discern God's hand in the narrative. D It reflects a deliberate attempt to appeal to a wider, non-Jewish audience by avoiding religious themes.