Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Esther 8:17 Cross-References
Explore 13 cross-references for Esther 8:17 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Esther chapter 8 verse 17 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“And in every province, and in every city, whithersoever the king's commandment and his decree came, the Jews had joy and gladness, a feast and a good day. And many of the people of the land became Jews; for the fear of the Jews fell upon them.”
Esther 8:17 (KJV)
Commentary on Esther 8:17
And in every province, and in every city, whithersoever the king's commandment and his decree came, the Jews had joy and gladness, a feast and a good day. And many of the people of the land became Jews; for the fear of the Jews fell upon them. The response to the counter-decree was universal celebration—feasting and joy in every Jewish community. The remarkable addition: "many of the people of the land became Jews." The verb mityahadim (מִתְיַהֲדִים) means "became Jews" or "declared themselves Jews," suggesting genuine conversion or at least public identification with Jews. The motivation: "fe...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Esther 8:17
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“as he has spoken to you.”
“who live in the unwalled towns”
“to lay hands on those who wanted to harm them. No one could withstand them”
“and they will tell you: therefore let the young men find favor in your eyes; for we come in a good day. Please give whatever comes to your hand”
“Thou hast delivered me from the strivings of the people; and thou hast made me the head of the heathen: a people whom I have not known shall serve me.”
“Yahweh”
“who shall hear the report of you”
“and imposed on themselves”
“and the month which was turned to them from sorrow to gladness”