10:1-3.

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Continued prosperity (Es 10:1-3)

The book concludes by noting the greatness of Mordecai and the benefits that he brought to the Jewish people.

Under his administration, non-Jewish peoples were forced to contribute more to the Empire’s economy, so the burden on the Jews was eased (Es 10:1-2).

Mordecai continued in his position as chief minister in the government of Ahasuerus for many years, and under him the Jews had security and contentment (Es 10:3).