And when the virgins were gathered together the second time, then Mordecai sat in the king’s gate.
When the young women were brought together for the second time, Mordecai was sitting at the king's gate.
This verse shows Mordecai taking up a position of influence at the royal court, likely as an official or advisor.
📚 Historical Context
In the Book of Esther, set during the Persian Empire under King Ahasuerus (likely Xerxes I), the story unfolds as the king seeks a new queen after deposing Vashti for her defiance. This verse refers to the second gathering of young women for the royal harem, with Esther, a Jewish orphan raised by her cousin Mordecai, already involved in the selection process. Mordecai's presence at the king's gate signifies his role as an official or gatekeeper, a common position in ancient Near Eastern courts that granted access to important information and influence.
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