1. Esther 4:6 (ESV)
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Commentary on Esther 4:6 (Summary)

Esther 4:6 (ESV)

6 Hathach went out to Mordecai in the open square of the city in front of the king’s gate,

Since Mordecai could not enter the king’s gate with his mourning clothes on, Hathach met him in the square in front of the gate.

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