How were Mordecai, and the Jews in the provinces affected by this event? v.1—3.
Did Mordecai, by this his public grief, openly espouse the cause of his brethren?
Have good men in all ages, especially in times of trouble, made much use of fasting?
What did Esther do before knowing precisely the cause of Mordecai's grief, what messenger did she send to him, and what did she learn from him? v.4—9.
What word did she send back to Mordecai, and what was his reply? v.10—14.
Did his words indicate a strong faith that Providence would interpose in some way for their deliverance?
Does it become us to ascertain as far as possible for what special design God has placed us in particular stations, as he had Esther, and how we may best serve him in them?
What directions did the pious and noble-hearted woman then give to Mordecai?
Is it easy to admire her conduct sufficiently on this occasion?
To what class of persons does her resolution furnish a model?
Is it highly important that convinced sinners should have such view of a sin-avenging God, as vein lead them to come before him and seek his favor, and cast themselves upon his mercy, with a trembling uncertainty as to the issue?
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