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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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Righteous Defense, Not Revenge
The command for the Jews to "avenge themselves" can be misunderstood. One scholar clarifies that the Hebrew word used here does not mean a violent, resentful emotion. Instead, it signifies a "steady resolve to defend the right," an action attributed even to God Himself when He rescues the oppressed and punishes the aggressor. It was a decree for righteous self-defense.
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Esther
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19th Century
Anglican
To avenge themselves on their enemies. —The Hebrew word used here “does not necessarily signify a violent emotion of a resentful s…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
The copy of the writing, for a commandment to be given in every province, was published to all people
Presbyterian
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.…
