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Esther 8:13-15
International Children’s Bible
Esther 8:13-15
International Children’s Bible
13 A copy of the king’s order was to be sent out as a law in every area. It was to be made known to the people of every nation living in the kingdom. This was so the Jews would be ready on that set day. The Jews would be allowed to pay back their enemies.
14 The messengers hurried out, riding on the royal horses. The king commanded those messengers to hurry. And the order was also given in the palace at Susa.
15 Mordecai left the king’s presence wearing royal clothes. They were blue and white. And he had on a large gold crown. He also had a purple robe made of the best linen. And the people of Susa shouted for joy.
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Esther 8:13-15
New International Version
Esther 8:13-15
New International Version
13 A copy of the text of the edict was to be issued as law in every province and made known to the people of every nationality so that the Jews would be ready on that day(A) to avenge themselves on their enemies.
14 The couriers, riding the royal horses, went out, spurred on by the king’s command, and the edict was issued in the citadel of Susa.(B)
The Triumph of the Jews
15 When Mordecai(C) left the king’s presence, he was wearing royal garments of blue and white, a large crown of gold(D) and a purple robe of fine linen.(E) And the city of Susa held a joyous celebration.(F)
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