As a result of the king’s decree, Esther, along with many other young women, was brought to the king’s harem at the fortress of Susa and placed in Hegai’s care.

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John Gill

John Gill

JohnGill

17th Century
Reformed Baptist
17th Century

So it came to pass, when the king's commandment and decree was
heard
In the several p…

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

MatthewHenry

17th Century
Presbyterian
17th Century

We see to what absurd practices those resorted who were lacking Divine revelation, and what need there was for the gospel of Christ to purify peopl…