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Esther 1:8

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8 Drinking was by flagons, without restraint; for the king had given orders to all the officials of his palace to do as each one desired.
8 By the king’s command each guest was allowed to drink with no restrictions, for the king instructed all the wine stewards to serve each man what he wished.
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