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Esther 1:4-6
Holman Christian Standard Bible
Esther 1:4-6
Holman Christian Standard Bible
4 He displayed the glorious wealth of his kingdom and the magnificent splendor of his greatness(A) for a total of 180 days.
5 At the end of this time, the king held a week-long banquet(B) in the garden courtyard(C) of the royal palace(D) for all the people, from the greatest to the least,(E) who were present in the fortress of Susa.(F) 6 White and violet linen hangings were fastened with fine white and purple linen cords to silver rods on marble[a] columns. Gold and silver couches(G) were arranged on a mosaic pavement of red feldspar,[b] marble,[c] mother-of-pearl, and precious stones.
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- Esther 1:6 Or alabaster
- Esther 1:6 Or of porphyry
- Esther 1:6 Or alabaster
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