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With lies and tricks he called for the destruction of Mordecai, our savior and constant benefactor, and Esther, our innocent partner in the kingdom, together with their whole nation.
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He thought that, by these methods, he could render us helpless and turn the Persian Empire over to the Macedonians.
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But we find that the Jews, whom this accursed man wanted to destroy, are not criminals but are governed by just laws.
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They are children of the most high, most great, living God, who has guided the kingdom on the best course for us and for our ancestors.
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You would do well, therefore, not to act on the letters sent by Haman, Hammedatha's son.