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Esther 8:1

Esther 8:1
On that day did the king Ahasuerus give the house of Haman the Jews' enemy unto Esther the queen. And Mordecai came before the king; for Esther had told what he was unto her.

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Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771

On that day did the King, Ahasuerus, give the house of Haman, the Jews' enemy, unto Esther the queen,.... That, and all…

Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870

Give the house of Haman - Confiscation of goods accompanied public execution in Persia as in other Oriental countries.

Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832

The king - give the house of Haman - As Haman was found guilty of treasonable practices against the peace and prosperity…

Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–1714Esther 8:1-2

It was but lately that we had Esther and Mordecai in tears and in fears, but fasting and praying; now let us see how to…