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The thing became known to Mordecai, who showed it to Esther the queen; and Esther told the king [of it] in Mordecai`s name.
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A Key Providential Act
Commentators note that Esther's decision to credit Mordecai was a crucial, providential act. It not only increased her influence with the king, which would be vital later, but it also formally introduced Mordecai's loyalty to the royal record. This seemingly small detail was a key piece God would use to orchestrate future events.
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19th Century
Anglican
And Esther certified the king thereof. —Doubtless by this means an increased influence was gained over the capricious min…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
And the thing was known to Mordecai But by what means does not appear; the Jewish writers say F3, these t…
Presbyterian
Good subjects must not conceal any evil plot they know of against the prince or the public peace. Mordecai was not rewarded at the time, but a reme…
