Additions to Esther 8:15

15 They do not know what to do with so much good fortune, so they not only try to harm our subjects, but they even scheme against those who grant them favors.

Additions to Esther 8:15 In-Context

13 This is a copy of the decree: "Greetings from King Xerxes the Great to the governors of the 127 provinces, which extend from India to Ethiopia, and to all those who are loyal to us. %0

14 "Many people become increasingly arrogant when honors are given to them and favors are done for them.

15 They do not know what to do with so much good fortune, so they not only try to harm our subjects, but they even scheme against those who grant them favors.

16 They are never grateful for what people do for them, and they even think they can escape the judgment of God, who hates evil and sees everything. In their arrogance they listen to the flattery of ignorant, sinful people. %0

17 "It often happens also that friends who have been entrusted with administrative responsibilities exert pressure on those in authority. They make their leaders their partners in killing people and bring about misfortunes that can never be remedied.