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Esther 2:19

King James Version (KJV)

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Esther 2:19

Verse 19 of 23

Scripture focus

And when the virgins were gathered together the second time, then Mordecai sat in the king’s gate.

Esther 2:19 — KJV

Commentary

Commentary on Esther 2:19

Theological / Devotional

The virgins. Literally, “virgins,” without the definite article. Thus an additional levy of virgins is alluded to. This occurred between Jan., 478 B.C. and April, 474 B.C.

The king’s gate. In other words, Mordecai became — if he was not already (see on v. 11) — a palace attendant or minor official. The gate of a palace was where the royal offices were located and state business was transacted (see on Gen. 19:1).

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