Additions to Esther 8:22

22 "Consider, for example, the case of Haman son of Hammedatha, a Macedonian. He is a foreigner with no Persian blood and with no trace of my generosity; but I welcomed him,

Additions to Esther 8:22 In-Context

20 "I intend to make sure that in the future my kingdom will remain untroubled and peaceful for all people.

21 This can be done by changing certain policies and by judging fairly each situation that comes to my attention. %0

22 "Consider, for example, the case of Haman son of Hammedatha, a Macedonian. He is a foreigner with no Persian blood and with no trace of my generosity; but I welcomed him,

23 and he received the benefit of my concern and love for all people. He was, in fact, proclaimed "Father' of the empire and received more honor than anyone else, except the king. %0

24 "But his arrogance knew no limits, and he tried to murder me and take over the empire.