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Matthew Henry's Complete Commentary - Esther 8:15-17

It was but a few days ago that we had Mordecai in sackcloth and all the Jews in sorrow; but here is a blessed change, Mordecai in purple and all the Jews in joy. See Ps. 30:5, 11, 12. 1. Mordecai in purple, Est. 8:15. Having obtained an order for the relief of all the Jews, he was easy, he parted with his mourning weeds, and put on the royal apparel, which either belonged to his place or which the king appointed him as a favourite. His robes were rich, blue and white, of fine linen and purple;... read more

John Gill

John Gills Exposition of the Bible Commentary - Esther 8:17

And in every province, and in every city, whithersoever the king's commandment and his decree came ,.... As they did to every province in the realm, and to every city in the province, where there were any Jews: the Jews had joy and gladness, a feast and a good day ; they expressed their joy on this occasion by keeping a festival, which in their language is called a good day; and such an one is annually kept by them unto this day, on account of their deliverance; of which see Esther 9:27... read more

Adam Clarke

Adam Clarke's Commentary on the Bible - Esther 8:17

Many - became Jews ; for - fear - These were a species of converts not likely to bring much honor to true religion: but the sacred historian states the simple fact. They did profess Judaism for fear of the Jews, whether they continued steady in that faith or not. It is only the Gospel which will not admit of coercion for the propagation and establishment of its doctrines. It is a spiritual system, and can be propagated only by spiritual influence. As it proclaims holiness of heart... read more

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The Pulpit Commentary - Esther 8:1-17

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The Pulpit Commentary - Esther 8:15-17

MORDECAI 'S HONOUR AND THE JEWS ' JOY ( Esther 8:15-17 ). Ahasuerus was not content even now with what he had done for Mordecai. Before his minister quitted the presence, the king presented him with a crown of gold, and a robe and vest of honour; and thus arrayed he proceeded into the city of Susa, where the new edict was already known, and had been received with satisfaction ( Esther 8:15 ). The Persians, who formed the predominant element in the population of the town,... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Esther 8:15-17

A type of universal joy. This passage tells the tale of great joy. The question of the prophet Isaiah, "Shall a nation be born at once?" asked now nearly two centuries ago, is answered in an unexpected way, and in something superior to mere literal sense. New life is a great thing, and the sensations of young life have much joy in them. But in the same kind of sense in which the father rejoiced over the prodigal son on his return with livelier and more demonstrative joy than over the... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Esther 8:15-17

Sunshine. We have in this passage— I. A FLASH OF HONOUR TO AN INDIVIDUAL ( Esther 8:15 ). Mordecai goes forth, grandly attired, coronet on head, the recipient of highest royal favour, receiving also the honour of the acclaiming populace. He would not have been human if he had not enjoyed his triumph. Perhaps Oriental human nature counted such a public ceremony dearer than English nature would. But this was only a flash of enjoyment, very soon gone. "What is wanted here?"... read more

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The Pulpit Commentary - Esther 8:16-17

A nation's relief and gladness. God often interposed on behalf of his chosen people the Jews, but never more signally than on this occasion. No wonder that far and wide throughout the Persian empire the Israelites put forth signs of salvation and of rejoicing. I. WHY THE JEWS REJOICED . 1 . In the downfall of their enemy. Haman was hated with an especial hatred. "Cursed be Haman!" was their cry, when, in Purim, they celebrated the day when the Lord delivered them out of... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Esther 8:16-17

Brightened life. "And the Jews had light, and gladness, and joy, and honour," etc. 'When the tide of evil turned, great advantages flowed to the Jews. So when a man forsakes his evil way he will find certain results follow. I. LIGHT . He will see the meaning of God's word and of life. II. GLADNESS . He will not be afraid to rejoice, but will see that the Christian has the truest right to be glad, seeing he is delivered from the bondage of sin and death. III. HONOUR .... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Esther 8:17

A feast and a good day . The provincial Jews made the whole day on which they heard the news into a holiday, and not only rejoiced, but feasted. Many of the people of the land became Jews . Applied for and obtained admission into the Jewish nation as full proselytes (comp. Ezra 6:21 , with the comment). The fear of the Jews fell upon them . There was about to be in each great city where there were Jews a day of straggle and bloodshed. The Jews would have authority on their side (... read more

Matthew Henry's Complete Commentary - Esther 8:15-17

John Gills Exposition of the Bible Commentary - Esther 8:17

Adam Clarke's Commentary on the Bible - Esther 8:17

The Pulpit Commentary - Esther 8:1-17

The Pulpit Commentary - Esther 8:15-17

The Pulpit Commentary - Esther 8:15-17

The Pulpit Commentary - Esther 8:15-17

The Pulpit Commentary - Esther 8:16-17

The Pulpit Commentary - Esther 8:16-17

The Pulpit Commentary - Esther 8:17

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