Esther 2:19 — Even though there had been a second gathering of virgins, and Mordecai had been… — FBV | maBible
Read Esther 2:19 (Free Bible Version) on maBible, the Bible online. Other reference formats: Esther 2.19, Esther 2v19, Est. 2:19. Even though there had been a second gathering of virgins, and Mordecai had been given a position by the king,
Other reference formats: Esther 2.19, Esther 2v19, Est. 2:19.
19 Even though there had been a second gathering of virgins, and Mordecai had been given a position by the king,
Notes and references
Various interpretations have been given to this phrase. However, 2:3 records the decree to “gather virgins” and this could be a second phase of this process. Note also that there is no definite article before virgins in this verse, so likely it would not refer to the existing group.
“Given a position by the king”: literally, “sitting at the king's gate.” Also in verse 21 and subsequently.