And Mordecai went out from the presence of the king in royal apparel of blue and white, and with a great crown of gold, and with a garment of fine linen and purple: and the city of Shushan rejoiced and was glad.
Mordecai left the king's presence wearing royal clothes of blue and white, with a large golden crown on his head and a robe of fine linen and purple fabric. The whole city of Shushan celebrated with joy and happiness.
This verse shows Mordecai being honored with royal clothing and authority, bringing great joy to the people of the capital city.
📚 Historical Context
In the Book of Esther, set during the Persian Empire under King Xerxes, Mordecai, a Jewish exile, has been promoted to a high position after exposing a plot against his people led by Haman. This verse depicts his emergence from the king's presence in elaborate royal clothing, which symbolized honor and authority in ancient Persian culture, marking a dramatic reversal of his earlier lowly status. The rejoicing in the city of Shushan highlights the widespread relief among the Jews following their deliverance from impending destruction.
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