Esther 9:32
Esther 9:32 in Multiple Translations
So Esther’s decree confirmed these regulations about Purim, which were written into the record.
And the decree of Esther confirmed these matters of Purim; and it was written in the book.
And the commandment of Esther confirmed these matters of Purim; and it was written in the book.
The order given by Esther gave the force of law to the rules about the Purim; and it was recorded in the book.
In this way Esther's decree confirmed these practices regarding Purim, which were entered in the official record.
And the decree of Ester confirmed these words of Purim, and was written in the booke.
And a saying of Esther hath established these matters of Purim, and it is written in the Book.
The commandment of Esther confirmed these matters of Purim; and it was written in the book.
And the decree of Esther confirmed these matters of Purim; and it was written in the book.
And all things which are contained in the history of this book, which is called Esther.
The letter that Esther wrote about the manner in which they should celebrate the Purim feast was also written in an official record.
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Esther 9:32 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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HEB
וּ/מַאֲמַ֣ר
אֶסְתֵּ֔ר
קִיַּ֕ם
דִּבְרֵ֥י
הַ/פֻּרִ֖ים
הָ/אֵ֑לֶּה
וְ/נִכְתָּ֖ב
בַּ/סֵּֽפֶר
וּ/מַאֲמַ֣ר
maʼămar
H3982
command
Conj | N-ms
אֶסְתֵּ֔ר
ʼEçtêr
H635
Esther
N-proper
קִיַּ֕ם
qûwm
H6965
-kamai
V-Piel-Perf-3ms
דִּבְרֵ֥י
dâbâr
H1697
Chronicles
N-mp
הַ/פֻּרִ֖ים
Pûwr
H6332
Purim
Art | N-proper
הָ/אֵ֑לֶּה
ʼêl-leh
H428
these
Art | Pron
וְ/נִכְתָּ֖ב
kâthab
H3789
to write
Conj | V-Niphal-Inf-c
בַּ/סֵּֽפֶר
çêpher
H5612
scroll
Prep | N-ms
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Hebrew Word Reference — Esther 9:32
וּ/מַאֲמַ֣ר
maʼămar
H3982
"command"
Conj | N-ms
In the Bible, this word means a command or edict, something that is authoritatively said or decreed. It is used to describe the words or commands of God or those in authority. This concept is seen in the commands given to the Israelites.
Definition: word, command Aramaic equivalent: me.mar (מֵאמַר "command" H3983)
Usage: Occurs in 3 OT verses. KJV: commandment, decree. See also: Esther 1:15; Esther 2:20; Esther 9:32.
אֶסְתֵּ֔ר
ʼEçtêr
H635
"Esther"
N-proper
Esther was a brave Jewish woman who became queen of Persia, as told in the book of Esther. She was adopted by her cousin Mordecai and later helped save the Jewish people from persecution.
Definition: A woman living at the time of Exile and Return, first mentioned at Est.2.7; daughter of: Abihail (H0032K); also called Hadassah at Est.2.7; Also named: ha.das.sah (הֲדַסָּה "Hadassah" H1919) § Esther = "star" the queen of Persia, heroine of the book of Esther-daughter of Abihail, cousin and adopted daughter of Mordecai, of the tribe of Benjamin, made queen by king Ahasuerus to replace divorced queen, Vashti.
Usage: Occurs in 45 OT verses. KJV: Esther. See also: Esther 2:7; Esther 5:4; Esther 9:32.
קִיַּ֕ם
qûwm
H6965
"-kamai"
V-Piel-Perf-3ms
Qum means to rise or stand up, used in various contexts like rising to power or standing firm, as seen in Jeremiah and Ezra.
Definition: Combined with lev (לֵב "Leb" H3820B) § -Kamai = "my adversary" Leb-kamai, i.e., people of Gambulai
Usage: Occurs in 596 OT verses. KJV: abide, accomplish, [idiom] be clearer, confirm, continue, decree, [idiom] be dim, endure, [idiom] enemy, enjoin, get up, make good, help, hold, (help to) lift up (again), make, [idiom] but newly, ordain, perform, pitch, raise (up), rear (up), remain, (a-) rise (up) (again, against), rouse up, set (up), (e-) stablish, (make to) stand (up), stir up, strengthen, succeed, (as-, make) sure(-ly), (be) up(-hold, -rising). See also: Genesis 4:8; Numbers 30:13; Ruth 4:10.
דִּבְרֵ֥י
dâbâr
H1697
"Chronicles"
N-mp
A word or thing, like a matter or affair, as seen in the book of Chronicles where it refers to the events and words of kings. It can also mean a cause or reason for something.
Definition: This name means word, speaking
Usage: Occurs in 1290 OT verses. KJV: act, advice, affair, answer, [idiom] any such (thing), because of, book, business, care, case, cause, certain rate, [phrase] chronicles, commandment, [idiom] commune(-ication), [phrase] concern(-ing), [phrase] confer, counsel, [phrase] dearth, decree, deed, [idiom] disease, due, duty, effect, [phrase] eloquent, errand, (evil favoured-) ness, [phrase] glory, [phrase] harm, hurt, [phrase] iniquity, [phrase] judgment, language, [phrase] lying, manner, matter, message, (no) thing, oracle, [idiom] ought, [idiom] parts, [phrase] pertaining, [phrase] please, portion, [phrase] power, promise, provision, purpose, question, rate, reason, report, request, [idiom] (as hast) said, sake, saying, sentence, [phrase] sign, [phrase] so, some (uncleanness), somewhat to say, [phrase] song, speech, [idiom] spoken, talk, task, [phrase] that, [idiom] there done, thing (concerning), thought, [phrase] thus, tidings, what(-soever), [phrase] wherewith, which, word, work. See also: Genesis 11:1; Exodus 23:8; Deuteronomy 18:21.
הַ/פֻּרִ֖ים
Pûwr
H6332
"Purim"
Art | N-proper
Purim is a special feast that celebrates the Jews' deliverance from Haman's destruction through queen Esther's actions. The word means lot or piece, referring to the broken piece used to cast lots, and is often translated as Pur or Purim in the KJV Bible.
Definition: § Pur or Purim = "lot" or "piece" means: lot a special feast among the post-exilic Jews, to celebrate their deliverance from Haman's destruction through queen Esther's heroic actions
Usage: Occurs in 7 OT verses. KJV: Pur, Purim. See also: Esther 3:7; Esther 9:28; Esther 9:32.
הָ/אֵ֑לֶּה
ʼêl-leh
H428
"these"
Art | Pron
This Hebrew word is used to point out specific people or things, like saying 'these' or 'those'. It appears in the book of Genesis, where God says 'let there be light' and separates the light from the darkness.
Definition: 1) these 1a) used before antecedent 1b) used following antecedent Aramaic equivalent: el.leh (אֵלֶּה "these" H0429)
Usage: Occurs in 697 OT verses. KJV: an-(the) other; one sort, so, some, such, them, these (same), they, this, those, thus, which, who(-m). See also: Genesis 2:4; Exodus 35:1; Deuteronomy 1:35.
וְ/נִכְתָּ֖ב
kâthab
H3789
"to write"
Conj | V-Niphal-Inf-c
To write or record something, including inscribing or engraving. It is used in various contexts, such as writing down a decree or subscribing to an agreement. This word is about putting thoughts or ideas into written form.
Definition: 1) to write, record, enrol 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to write, inscribe, engrave, write in, write on 1a2) to write down, describe in writing 1a3) to register, enrol, record 1a4) to decree 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be written 1b2) to be written down, be recorded, be enrolled 1c) (Piel) to continue writing Aramaic equivalent: ke.tav (כְּתַב "to write" H3790)
Usage: Occurs in 212 OT verses. KJV: describe, record, prescribe, subscribe, write(-ing, -ten). See also: Exodus 17:14; 1 Chronicles 9:1; Psalms 40:8.
בַּ/סֵּֽפֶר
çêpher
H5612
"scroll"
Prep | N-ms
This word means a written document, like a scroll or book, used to record important events or messages. It appears in books like Isaiah and Matthew, referring to written records.
Definition: : document 1) missive, document, writing, book 1a) missive 1a1) letter (of instruction), written order, commission, request, written decree 1b) legal document, certificate of divorce, deed of purchase, indictment, sign 1c) book, scroll 1c1) book of prophecies 1c2) genealogical register 1c3) law-book 1c4) book (of poems) 1c5) book (of kings) 1c6) books of the canon, scripture 1c7) record book (of God) 1d) book-learning, writing 1d1) be able to read (after verb 'to know')
Usage: Occurs in 174 OT verses. KJV: bill, book, evidence, [idiom] learn(-ed) (-ing), letter, register, scroll. See also: Genesis 5:1; 2 Chronicles 17:9; Psalms 40:8.
Study Notes — Esther 9:32
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- Esther 9:32 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Esther 9:32
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Esther 9:32
- Trapp's Commentary on Esther 9:32
- Ellicott's Commentary on Esther 9:32
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Esther 9:32
- Cambridge Bible on Esther 9:32
- Barnes' Notes on Esther 9:32
- Whedon's Commentary on Esther 9:32
- Sermons on Esther 9:32
Context — The Feast of Purim Instituted
30And Mordecai sent letters with words of peace and truth to all the Jews in the 127 provinces of the kingdom of Xerxes,
31in order to confirm these days of Purim at their appointed time, just as Mordecai the Jew and Queen Esther had established them and had committed themselves and their descendants to the times of fasting and lamentation.
32So Esther’s decree confirmed these regulations about Purim, which were written into the record.
Cross References
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| 1 | Esther 9:26 | Therefore these days are called Purim, from the word Pur. Because of all the instructions in this letter, and because of all they had seen and experienced, |
Esther 9:32 Summary
Esther 9:32 tells us that Queen Esther made a decree to confirm the traditions of Purim, which were written into the record. This means that she officially established the feast of Purim as a permanent part of Jewish tradition, similar to how the Lord instructed the Israelites to remember the Sabbath in Exodus 20:8-11. Just like Esther, we can establish traditions and practices in our own lives to remember and celebrate God's faithfulness, as seen in verses like Psalm 77:11-12. By doing so, we can 'write' God's goodness into our own life's record, and work together with others to confirm good practices and traditions in our community, as seen in verses like Deuteronomy 6:6-9 or Psalm 119:11.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of Esther's decree in Esther 9:32?
Esther's decree confirmed the regulations about Purim, which were written into the record, making it a permanent part of Jewish tradition, as seen in Esther 9:32 and referenced in the book of Esther as a whole, similar to how the Lord instructed the Israelites to remember the Passover in Exodus 12:14.
How does this verse relate to the rest of the book of Esther?
This verse is a culmination of the events in the book of Esther, where Esther and Mordecai establish the feast of Purim to commemorate the Jewish people's salvation, as described in Esther 9:20-32, and is similar to how the Lord instructed the Israelites to remember the Sabbath in Exodus 20:8-11.
What does it mean for something to be 'written into the record'?
In Esther 9:32, 'written into the record' means that the regulations about Purim were officially documented and made a part of the permanent records of the kingdom, much like the genealogical records in the book of Numbers or the historical accounts in the book of Chronicles, such as 1 Chronicles 9:1.
How does this verse demonstrate Esther's leadership?
Esther's decree in Esther 9:32 demonstrates her leadership and influence as queen, as she takes initiative to establish and confirm the traditions of Purim, similar to how Deborah led the Israelites in Judges 4:4-16, and how the Lord instructed leaders to serve with humility and wisdom in Proverbs 11:2.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I can establish traditions or practices in my own life to remember and celebrate God's faithfulness, as seen in Esther 9:32 and other verses like Psalm 77:11-12?
- How can I, like Esther, use my influence and position to make a positive impact on those around me, as seen in Esther 9:32 and other verses like Matthew 5:13-16?
- What does it mean for me to 'write' God's goodness and faithfulness into my own life's record, as Esther did in Esther 9:32, and how can I apply this to my daily life, as seen in verses like Deuteronomy 6:6-9 or Psalm 119:11?
- In what ways can I, like Mordecai and Esther, work together with others to establish and confirm good practices and traditions in my community, as seen in Esther 9:32 and other verses like Ecclesiastes 4:9-12?
Gill's Exposition on Esther 9:32
And the decree of Esther confirmed these matters of Purim,.... As a festival to be observed by the Jews in future generations: and it was written in the book; either in this book of Esther; or in the
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Esther 9:32
Esther had received authority and commission from the king to impose this upon all the Jews. In the book; either in the public registers of that kingdom; or rather, in the records which the Jews kept of their most memorable passages.
Trapp's Commentary on Esther 9:32
Esther 9:32 And the decree of Esther confirmed these matters of Purim; and it was written in the book.Ver. 32. And the decree of Esther confirmed, &c.] Dux femina facti. Money was coined in the year 1588, in honour of Queen Elizabeth, with that posy inscribed. The like may be here said of Queen Esther, yea, we may add that in the Gospel, spoken concerning another: Wherever this history shall be read in all the world, this that she hath done shall be spoken of to her eternal commendation. And it was written in the book] Tremellius rendereth it thus, When, therefore, the edict of Esther had confirmed these things, it was written in this book. Lyra and others thus, She requested the wise men of that age, that they would reckon this history for Holy Writ. If it be meant of any other public record, which the Jews then had, it is lost; as are likewise some other pieces which never were any part of the Holy Scriptures; for God, by his providence, ever took care and course that no one hair of that sacred head should fall to the ground. That unsound conceit of Pellican here is by no means to be admitted, viz. That this latter part of the chapter, from Esther 9:25 to the end, came from the pen of some other man, not guided by the Spirit of God, and that because here is no mention made of praising God at this feast or stirring up one another to trust in him. For we know that all Scripture is of Divine inspiration, and it is to be presumed that those things were done at such solemnities, though it be not recorded in each particular.
Ellicott's Commentary on Esther 9:32
(32) In the book.—It is doubtful what “the book” here means. The Vulgate explains it of the Book of Esther itself, and so many modern scholars. Still “the book” hardly seems a natural Hebrew way of referring to a work on the part of its author as he writes it, and no similar case is adducible. Others think it must have been a book written at the time on the subject of the festival, which is, perhaps, possible. Canon Rawlinson identifies it with “the Book of the Chronicles of the Kings of Media and Persia.” Because such is the use of the word book elsewhere in Esther.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Esther 9:32
Verse 32. The decree of Esther confirmed these matters] It was received by the Jews universally with all respect, and they bound themselves to abide by it. The Vulgate gives a strange turn to this verse: Et omnia quae libri hujus, qui vocatur Esther, historia continentur; "And all things which are contained in the history of this book, which is called Esther." The Targum says, And by the word of Esther all these things relative to Purim were confirmed; and the roll was transcribed in this book. The Syriac is the same as the Hebrew, and the Septuagint in this place not very different.
Cambridge Bible on Esther 9:32
32. in the book] not meaning the Book of Esther, but most likely the book from which the compiler drew this part of his materials.
Barnes' Notes on Esther 9:32
As “the book” elsewhere in Esther always means a particular book - “the book of the chronicles of the kings of Media and Persia” - Esther 2:23; Esther 6:1; Esther 10:2 it seems best to give it the same sense here.
Whedon's Commentary on Esther 9:32
32. The decree of Esther — This is to be understood as the same with the letter of authority respecting Purim which is mentioned in Esther 9:29, and was issued by both Esther and Mordecai.
Sermons on Esther 9:32
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Bible Survey - Esther by Peter Hammond | Peter Hammond preaches on the powerful drama and historical significance of the book of Esther, highlighting the colossal conflict between continents during Xerxes' reign and the c |