Lux Domini
And the king Ahasuerus laid a tribute upon the land, and upon the isles of the sea.

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Interpretation

This verse continues the thought already in view and fits the wider themes of providence and courage in Esther.

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This thought runs through Esther 10:1-3.

Glossary

Ahasuerus Person
There are three kings designated by this name in Scripture. (1. ) The father of Darius the Mede, mentioned in Dan. 9:1 . This was probably the Cyaxares I.