A copy of the writing, that the decree should be given out in every province, was published to all the peoples, and that the Jews should be ready against that day to avenge themselves on their enemies.

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Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

CharlesEllicott

19th Century
Anglican
19th Century

To avenge themselves on their enemies. —The Hebrew word used here “does not necessarily signify a violent emotion of a resentful s…

John Gill

John Gill

JohnGill

17th Century
Reformed Baptist
17th Century

The copy of the writing, for a commandment to be given in
every province, was published to all people

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

MatthewHenry

17th Century
Presbyterian
17th Century

It was time to be earnest when the church of God was at stake. Esther, though safe herself, fell down and begged for the deliverance of her people.…

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