Esther 8:16
The Scripture
(16) The Jews had light, and gladness, and joy, and honour.
Chapter overview (whole chapter)
In this chapter the king of Persia orders Esther to go before him and bring the message of the Jews' deliverance. Esther obeys and goes to the king with counsel and the Jews are instructed to fast and rejoice. The chapter shows how God’s providence leads to a royal decree that saves the people.
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Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Esther 4:1Esther 4:2Esther 4:3Esther 4:16Psalms 30:5Psalms 30:6Psalms 30:7Psalms 30:8Psalms 30:9Psalms 30:10Psalms 30:11Esther 9:17
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