Esther 9:19
"But the Jews who were in Susa assembled together on the thirteenth and on the fourteenth days of the month; and on the fifteenth day of that month, they rested, and made it a day of feasting and gladness."
Key Reflection
The verse from Esther 9:19 describes the Jews in Susa commemorating their victory over their enemies by celebrating for three days. Initially, they assembled on the thirteenth and fourteenth days of the month to gather strength and prepare for a day of rest and celebration on the fifteenth. This event marked a significant shift from sorrow to gladness, symbolizing the Jews' transformation from being victims of persecution to victors, as detailed in the broader narrative of Esther's story.
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From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes