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Esther 2:15 Cross-References

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Now when the turn of Esther, the daughter of Abihail the uncle of Mordecai, who had taken her for his daughter, was come to go in unto the king, she required nothing but what Hegai the king's chamberlain, the keeper of the women, appointed. And Esther obtained favour in the sight of all them that looked upon her.

Esther 2:15 (KJV)

Historical Context for Esther 2:15

People Mentioned

H
Hadassahcousin of Mordecai (EST 2:7)
A
AbihailEsther's father and Mordecai's uncle (EST 2:15)
M
Mordecaia Jew who lived in Susa (EST 2:5)
H
Hegaithe king's eunuch (EST 2:3)

Commentary on Esther 2:15

Now when the turn of Esther, the daughter of Abihail the uncle of Mordecai, who had taken her for his daughter, was come to go in unto the king, she required nothing but what Hegai the king's chamberlain, the keeper of the women, appointed. And Esther obtained favour in the sight of all them that looked upon her. The formal reintroduction—"Esther, the daughter of Abihail the uncle of Mordecai"—reminds readers of her identity and Mordecai's adoptive role before her crucial encounter. Esther's choice to "require nothing" except what Hegai appointed demonstrates remarkable humility and wisdom. Wh...

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