Esther 2:21
The Scripture
(21) In those days, while Mordecai sat in the king's gate, two of the king's chamberlains, Bigthan and Teresh, of those which kept the door, were wroth, and sought to lay hand on the king Ahasuerus.
Chapter overview (whole chapter)
In chapter 2 Esther is taken to the king's palace where Ahasuerus, the king, and his officials discuss her identity. The king orders her to be presented to him so that he may decide whether to spare her life or punish her. This chapter highlights themes of loyalty, divine providence, and the power of a single messenger.
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Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Esther 6:2II Samuel 4:5II Samuel 4:6II Samuel 16:11I Kings 15:25I Kings 15:26I Kings 15:27I Kings 16:9II Kings 9:22II Kings 9:23II Kings 9:24II Kings 12:20
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Esther 6:2Esther 3:3Esther 8:8Esther 3:12Esther 3:2Esther 4:2