Esther 10
Guided question at the bottom.
1 King Xerxes imposed a tribute throughout his empire, even to the distant coastlands.
2 His great achievements and the full account of the greatness of Mordecai, whom the king had promoted, are recorded in The Book of the History of the Kings of Media and Persia.
3 Mordecai the Jew became the prime minister, with authority next to that of King Xerxes himself. He was very great among the Jews, who held him in high esteem, because he continued to work for the good of his people and to speak up for the welfare of all their descendants.
Questions
How is Mordecai’s rise to power described in this final chapter?
What does his legacy teach us about faithful leadership?
Why is it significant that Mordecai “worked for the good of his people and spoke up for the welfare of all the Jews”?
How can we use our influence for the benefit of others?
How does the conclusion of Esther highlight God’s providence, even though His name is never mentioned?