E S T H E R CHAP. VIII. We left the plotter hanging, and are now to see what becomes of his plot. I. His plot was to raise an estate for himself; and all his estate, being confiscated for treason, is given to Esther and Mordecai, Esther 8:1 ; Esther 8:2 . II. His plot was to ruin the Jews; and as to that, 1. Esther earnestly intercedes for the reversing of the edict against them, Esther 8:3-6 . 2. It is in effect done by another edict, here published, empowering the Jews to stand up in their own defence against their enemies, Esther 8:7-14 . III. This occasions great joy to the Jews and all their friends, Esther 8:15-17 . return to ' Top of Page ' <a name="verses-1-2" class="com-number"
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