Esther 3:15

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The posts went out, being hastened by the king’s commandment, and the decree was given in Shushan the palace. And the king and Haman sat down to drink; but the city Shushan was perplexed.

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SalvationProvidenceCourageHiddenness

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Esther 3:14 John 3:16 Ephesians 2:8

Glossary

City People: The earliest mention of city-building is that of Enoch, which was built by Cain ( Gen. 4:17 ). After the confusion of tongues, the descendants of Nimrod founded several cities (10:10-12).
Susa Place: Biblical settlement. Modern identification: Shush.