Esther 2:3
The Scripture
(3) And let the king appoint officers in all the provinces of his kingdom, that they may gather together all the fair young virgins unto Shushan the palace, to the house of the women, unto the custody of Hege the king's chamberlain, keeper of the women; and let their things for purification be given them:
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 1:1Esther 1:2Esther 2:12Esther 2:13Esther 2:14Isaiah 3:18Isaiah 3:19Isaiah 3:20Isaiah 3:21Isaiah 3:22Isaiah 3:23
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Esther 2:8Esther 2:15Esther 3:13Esther 2:14Esther 2:2Exodus 1:19