Esther 8:14

The Decree of Xerxes · Esther 8:7–17
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Translations

Modern
The couriers rode out in haste on their royal horses, pressed on by the command of the king. And the edict was also issued in the citadel of Susa.
Traditional
So the posts that rode upon mules and camels went out, being hastened and pressed on by the king’s commandment. And the decree was given at Shushan the palace.
Literal
The runners, riding the royal steeds, went forth, being hurried and driven by the word of the king, and the law was given in Susa the citadel.
Latin
Egressique sunt veredarii celeres nuntia perferentes, et edictum regis pependit in Susan.

Original

Hebrew
English
The couriers rode out in haste on their royal horses, pressed on by the command of the king. And the edict was also issued in the citadel of Susa.

Notes

Theme notes and profiles

Esther Ancient Law Codes

Places

Susa: Capital city of the Persian Empire

Glossary

Book of Esther Susa

Topics

Camel: Uses of Posts Medo-Persian Kingdom: Kings of Dwelt in Royal Palaces Palaces of Kings: Royal Decrees Issued From Post of Ahasuerus Proclamation: Imperial Shushan (Susa): King's Palace At The Mule used for Conveying Posts and Messengers