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1 Y EL rey Assuero impuso tributo sobre la tierra y las islas de la mar.
2 Y toda la obra de su fortaleza, y de su valor, y la declaración de la grandeza de Mardochêo, con que el rey le engrandeció, ¿no está escrito en el libro de los anales de los reyes de Media y de Persia?
3 Porque Mardochêo Judío fué segundo después del rey Assuero, y grande entre los Judíos, y acepto á la multitud de sus hermanos, procurando el bien de su pueblo, y hablando paz para toda su simiente.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the book of Esther conclude?
With a brief note that King Ahasuerus imposed tribute across his empire, and that his and Mordecai's deeds were recorded 'in the book of the chronicles of the kings of Media and Persia' (v1-2).
What final description is given of Mordecai?
He is described as a leader 'next unto king Ahasuerus, and great among the Jews,' one who sought 'the wealth of his people' and spoke 'peace to all his seed' (v3).
What tone does this closing chapter strike compared to the celebration in Esther 9?
Unlike the feasting and celebration that closes Esther 9, this final chapter shifts to plain record-keeping about the king's reign rather than further narrative.
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Yonder is the sea, great and wide, Wherein are things creeping innumerable, Both small and great beasts.
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