Matthew Henry Commentary Esther 10:1-3

"And the king Ahasuerus laid a tribute upon the land, and upon the isles of the sea. And all the acts of his power and of his might, and the full account of the greatness of Mordecai, whereunto the king advanced him, are they not written in the book of the chronicles of the kings of Media and Persia? For Mordecai the Jew was next unto king Ahasuerus, and great among the Jews, and accepted of the multitude of his brethren, seeking the good of his people, and speaking peace to all his seed." — Esther 10:1-3 (ASV)

Many instances of the grandeur of Ahasuerus might have been given: these were written in the Persian chronicles, which have long since been lost, while the sacred writings will live until time is no more. The concerns of the despised worshippers of the Lord are considered more important by the Holy Spirit than the exploits of the most illustrious monarch on earth. Mordecai was truly great, and his greatness gave him opportunities of doing more good.

He did not disown his people, the Jews, and no doubt adhered to the true religion. He did not seek his own wealth, but the welfare of his people. Few have it in their power to do as much good as Mordecai; but all have it in their power to do hurt, and who does not have it in their power to do some good? We are not required to do what is not in our power, or is unsuited to our station; but all are bound to live under the influence of the qualities displayed in the saints, whose examples are recorded in the Bible.

If we live by the faith of Christ, we will be active according to the ability and opportunities he gives us, in promoting his glory and the best interests of people. If our faith is genuine, it will work by love. Wait in faith and prayer, and the outcome will be safe and glorious; our salvation is sure, through our Lord Jesus Christ.