Contemplative Bible Reading

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Into the King’s Harem

December 7th, 2013 · No Comments

Esther 2:8 (New Living Translation) As a result of the king’s decree, Esther, along with many other young women, was brought to the king’s harem at the fortress of Susa and placed in Hegai’s care. This verse has bothered me for years. Esther, the good Jewish woman, entered the king’s harem. Perhaps something is lost […]

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