Day 223 - Read Esther 8-10

Mordecai was set over the house of Haman. The king gave him the signet ring that belonged to Haman. The king showed mercy to the Jews on behalf of Esther and allowed an edict be written on his behalf to remove the commands of Haman to have the Jews killed. The Jews experienced success and defeated their enemies. They killed the sons of Haman, then the queen gained permission from the king to hang them. The Feast of Purim was instituted to celebrate the relief they received and the joy they experienced. Mordecai was given great power and was second in command. He was great among the Jews. He sought peace and the welfare of his people.