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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.
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Haman, who devised these things, has been impaled at the gates of Susa together with his entire household. The God who holds power over all things swiftly passed this fair judgment on him.
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And you should publish a copy of this letter in every place for all to see, to allow the Jews to live by their own customs,