The command of Esther established these customs for Purim, and it was written in the book.
Parallel translations
- WEB The commandment of Esther confirmed these matters of Purim; and it was written in the book.
- KJV And the decree of Esther confirmed these matters of Purim; and it was written in the book.
- BSB So Esther’s decree confirmed these regulations about Purim, which were written into the record.
- NKJV So the decree of Esther confirmed these matters of Purim, and it was written in the book.
- NLT So the command of Esther confirmed the practices of Purim, and it was all written down in the records.
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Quick answer
Esther's command confirmed these matters of Purim, and it was recorded in writing. Her royal decree gives the festival lasting legal standing.
Overview
Esther's authority formally seals the observance, and writing it down secures it for posterity. The careful recording reflects the book's concern that this deliverance be permanently remembered. Through a once-orphaned exile raised to queenship, God preserved His people and established an enduring witness to His faithfulness.
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Cross-references · 1
- Esth 9:26Therefore they called these days “Purim”, from the word “Pur.” Therefore because of all the words of this letter, and of that which they had seen concerning this matter, and that which had come to them,
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