Again Esther spake unto Hatach, and gave him commandment unto Mordecai;
Then Esther spoke to Hatach again and gave him a message to take back to Mordecai.
Esther is sending another message back to Mordecai through their go-between messenger.
📚 Historical Context
In the Book of Esther, set in the ancient Persian Empire during the reign of King Ahasuerus, Esther is a Jewish queen who is secretly communicating with her cousin Mordecai amid a deadly plot against the Jewish people orchestrated by the king's advisor Haman. She uses Hatach, a palace eunuch, as a messenger because direct contact with Mordecai is forbidden and risky due to her isolated position in the royal court. This verse highlights the tension and urgency as Esther seeks guidance to navigate the crisis.
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