Esther 9:29 · KJV

"Then Esther the queen, the daughter of Abihail, and Mordecai the Jew, wrote with all authority, to confirm this second letter of Purim."

King James Version

Passage Context

²⁷The Jews ordained, and took upon them, and upon their seed, and upon all such as joined themselves unto them, so as it should not fail, that they would keep these two days according to their writing, and according to their appointed time every year;

²⁸And that these days should be remembered and kept throughout every generation, every family, every province, and every city; and that these days of Purim should not fail from among the Jews, nor the memorial of them perish from their seed.

²⁹Then Esther the queen, the daughter of Abihail, and Mordecai the Jew, wrote with all authority, to confirm this second letter of Purim.

³⁰And he sent the letters unto all the Jews, to the hundred twenty and seven provinces of the kingdom of Ahasuerus, with words of peace and truth,

³¹To confirm these days of Purim in their times appointed, according as Mordecai the Jew and Esther the queen had enjoined them, and as they had decreed for themselves and for their seed, the matters of the fastings and their cry.

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Reflection Questions

How do you respond to authority in your life?

What does it mean for you to stand up for your beliefs?

When have you felt empowered to make a difference?

Life Application

leadership

Look for opportunities to lead and support others in your community.

advocacy

Consider how you can advocate for those who are marginalized.

People in This Verse

EstherOT

Esther, originally named Hadassah, was a Jewish woman who became queen of Persia. Her story illustrates themes of bravery and identity.

First appearance: Esther 2:5

MordecaiOT

Mordecai was Esther's cousin and guardian, known for his loyalty and wisdom. He played a crucial role in Esther's rise to prominence.

First appearance: Esther 2:5

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