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Esther 2:17-19
EasyEnglish Bible
Esther 2:17-19
EasyEnglish Bible
17 The king loved Esther more than he loved any of the other women. He was more pleased with her than all the other young women. He put the royal crown on her head. He chose Esther to be queen, instead of Vashti. 18 The king gave a great feast for all the leaders and officers of his kingdom. He did it to give honour to Esther. He said that there would be a holiday for people in all the regions. He also gave expensive gifts to people.
Mordecai saves the king
19 Some time later, the young women all came together again in the harem. At this time, Mordecai was sitting at the king's gate, as one of his officers.[a]
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- 2:19 The king's gate at the palace was the place where the king's officers would meet.
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