Skip to content

Esther 8:16

Esther 8:16
The Jews had light, and gladness, and joy, and honour.

My Notes

Commentary

Trusted original commentary from respected historical Bible scholars and theologians.

Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–1714Esther 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,…

Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921

The Jews had light etc. The expression reminds us of the Prayer Book Version of Psa 97:11, -There is sprung up a light…