Esther 2:23
The Scripture
(23) And when inquisition was made of the matter, it was found out; therefore they were both hanged on a tree: and it was written in the book of the chronicles before the king.
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 5:14Esther 7:10Genesis 40:19Genesis 40:22Deuteronomy 21:22Deuteronomy 21:23Joshua 8:29Esther 6:1Esther 6:2Malachi 3:16
Related verses (shared words)
Isaiah 41:19Ezekiel 17:24Joel 1:12I Chronicles 29:29Revelation 22:19Genesis 2:9