Esther 9:3-5

Common English Bible

³ All the leaders of the provinces, rulers, governors, and those in charge of the king’s business helped the Jews because they were afraid of Mordecai. ⁴ Because Mordecai was very important in the palace, news about him was sweeping through the provinces. Indeed, Mordecai was becoming more and more important every day. ⁵ The Jews put down all their enemies with sword blows, killing, and destruction. They did whatever they wanted with those who hated them.