Esther 10 (MSG)

3 verses · The Message · Contemporary paraphrase

The Message by Eugene Peterson presents the Bible in the rhythms and idioms of contemporary American English. More than a translation, it is a paraphrase designed to help readers experience Scripture's impact as if hearing it for the first time.

Esther Chapter 10 contains 3 verses and is presented here in the The Message (MSG), which uses a contemporary paraphrase approach. Read the full text below, compare with other translations, or navigate to any of the 10 chapters in Esther.

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1King Xerxes imposed taxes from one end of his empire to the other.

2For the rest of it, King Xerxes' extensive accomplishments, along with a detailed account of the brilliance of Mordecai, whom the king had promoted, that's all written in The Chronicles of the Kings of Media and Persia.

3Mordecai the Jew ranked second in command to King Xerxes. He was popular among the Jews and greatly respected by them. He worked hard for the good of his people; he cared for the peace and prosperity of his race.

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About This Translation

What is Esther 10 in the MSG?

Esther 10 in the The Message (MSG) contains 3 verses. The MSG uses a contemporary paraphrase approach, first published in 2002.

How does the MSG translate Esther 10 differently?

The The Message uses contemporary paraphrase, rendering the text as a modern paraphrase in contemporary idioms. Compare this with the NIV (dynamic equivalence) version of Esther 10 for a different perspective.

How many verses are in Esther 10 (MSG)?

Esther Chapter 10 contains 3 verses in the The Message. The book of Esther has 10 chapters total.

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