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The Story of Mordecai
Also: Mordekai (Kiswahili)
Jew in Susa who raised his cousin Esther and was later honoured by the Persian king.
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Introduction
Mordecai, a Benjamite exile in Susa, raised his cousin Esther. He uncovered a plot against the king and refused to bow to Haman. Esther 2:5–7Esther 2:21–23Esther 3:2
He urged Esther to plead for her people, was honoured by the king, and became second in rank to him. Esther 4:13–14Esther 6:10–11Esther 10:3
Told in: Esther
Life at a glance
- Tribe
- Benjamin Esther 2:5
- Rank
- Second to King Ahasuerus Esther 10:3
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Refuses to bow to Haman
Mordecai will not bow to Haman, who plots against all the Jews.
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People: Esther
Honoured by the king
Reminded that Mordecai once saved his life, the king has Haman lead Mordecai through the city in honour.
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Supporting passage: Esther 10:1–3
Family and relationships
- EstherCousin he raisedEsther 2:7
Books associated with Mordecai
- Esther Their story appears here
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