Now it came to pass on the third day, that Esther put on her royal apparel, and stood in the inner court of the king’s house, over against the king’s house: and the king sat upon his royal throne in the royal house, over against the gate of the house.
On the third day, Esther put on her royal robes and stood in the inner courtyard of the king's palace, facing the king's house. The king was sitting on his royal throne in the palace, facing the entrance.
Esther courageously approached the king uninvited, risking her life to save her people by putting on her royal clothing and positioning herself where he could see her.
📚 Historical Context
This takes place in the Persian Empire around 480-470 BC, where approaching the king without being summoned was punishable by death unless he extended his golden scepter. Esther had been fasting and praying for three days before taking this dangerous step to intercede for the Jewish people who were facing genocide under Haman's decree.
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