English (YLT) 1898 Young's Literal Translation by Robert Young
Esther 3:12 — English (YLT) 1898 Young's Literal Translation by Robert Young
And scribes of the king are called, on the first month, on the thirteenth day of it, and it is written according to all that Haman hath commanded, unto lieutenants of the king, and unto the governors who [are] over province and province, and unto the heads of people and people, province and province, according to its writing, and people and people according to its tongue, in the name of the king Ahasuerus it hath been written and sealed with the signet of the king,
What Does This Mean?
This verse describes how the king's scribes wrote and sent out orders according to Haman's commands. The orders were sent to all parts of the kingdom and in the languages of each region. The king's seal was used to make the orders official.
Explained for Children
Imagine you're playing a game where the teacher writes a note, and then everyone in your class gets a copy of that note in their own language. In this story, the king's helpers wrote a big, important note, and they sent it to everyone in his kingdom, just like your teacher might send a note to all your parents.
Historical Background
The book of Esther was written during the Persian period, likely around the 5th century BC, to recount events that led to the Jewish holiday of Purim. This verse describes a critical moment where the king's orders, influenced by Haman, were sent out across the kingdom, setting the stage for a dramatic turn of events.
Living It Out Today
In modern times, this verse can remind us about the power of communication and the impact of our words. Just as the king's orders could affect many lives, our decisions and communications can have significant consequences for others around us.
