Esther had not yet shewed her kindred nor her people; as Mordecai had charged her: for Esther did the commandment of Mordecai, like as when she was brought up with him.
Esther still hadn't revealed her family background or her people, just as Mordecai had instructed her. Esther obeyed Mordecai's commands, just like she had done when he was raising her.
This verse shows that Esther continued to keep her Jewish identity secret and remained obedient to her guardian Mordecai, even after becoming queen.
📚 Historical Context
In the Book of Esther, set in the ancient Persian Empire during the reign of King Ahasuerus, Esther is a Jewish orphan raised by her cousin Mordecai after her parents' death. Mordecai instructs her to conceal her Jewish identity when she is taken into the king's harem to protect her from potential harm in a foreign and potentially hostile court. This verse underscores Esther's continued obedience to Mordecai, reflecting the cultural emphasis on family loyalty and guidance in that era.
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