15 Then Mordecai went out from the presence of the king (A)in royal robes of blue and white, with a great golden crown[a] and (B)a robe of fine linen and purple, (C)and the city of Susa shouted and rejoiced.

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The Triumph of the Jews

15 When Mordecai(A) left the king’s presence, he was wearing royal garments of blue and white, a large crown of gold(B) and a purple robe of fine linen.(C) And the city of Susa held a joyous celebration.(D)

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For Mordecai was great in the king's house, and his fame spread throughout all the provinces, for the man Mordecai grew (A)more and more powerful.

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Mordecai(A) was prominent(B) in the palace; his reputation spread throughout the provinces, and he became more and more powerful.(C)

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