Esther 8:16

The Jews had light, and gladness, and joy, and honour.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Esther 8:16

BSB
For the Jews it was a time of light and gladness, of joy and honor.
AKJV
The Jews had light, and gladness, and joy, and honor.
CPDV
But for the Jews, a new light seemed to rise; there was joy, honor, and dancing.
ERV
The Jews had light and gladness, and joy and honour.
NHEB
The Jews had light, gladness, joy, and honor.
SMT
There was to the Jews light and gladness and joy and honor.

Commentary for Esther 8:16

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Esther 8:16
Summary
Jews experience joy, gladness, and recognition
Place
Empire-wide
Event
Jews throughout empire rejoice
Estimated Time Period
c. 450 BC
Category
Blessing