So Hathach returned and told Esther the words of Mordecai.
Parallel translations
- WEB Hathach came and told Esther the words of Mordecai.
- KJV And Hatach came and told Esther the words of Mordecai.
- BSB So Hathach went back and relayed Mordecai’s response to Esther.
- NASB So Hathach came back and reported Mordecai’s words to Esther.
- NLT So Hathach returned to Esther with Mordecai’s message.
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Hathach returns and reports Mordecai's words to Esther. The faithful messenger delivers the weighty charge.
Overview
The brief note that Hathach relays Mordecai's message keeps the chain of communication moving toward Esther's decision. Each step depends on faithful servants doing their part. Through these humble links, God brings the call for deliverance directly to the one He has placed on the throne for this very hour.
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