Esther 4:2
BSB · Public Domain (CC0)“But he went only as far as the king’s gate, because the law prohibited anyone wearing sackcloth from entering that gate.”
A short, plain-language explanation of Esther 4:2 goes here — the kind of answer a reader (or an AI assistant) can quote in one breath. Original meaning coming soon.
“But he went only as far as the king’s gate, because the law prohibited anyone wearing sackcloth from entering that gate.”
Berean Standard Bible · Public Domain (CC0)“And came even before the king’s gate: for none might enter into the king’s gate clothed with sackcloth.”
King James Version · Public Domain“and he came even before the king’s gate: for none might enter within the king’s gate clothed with sackcloth.”
American Standard Version · Public Domain“and he cometh in unto the front of the gate of the king, but none is to come in unto the gate of the king with a sackcloth-garment.”
Young's Literal Translation · Public DomainOther passages that echo Esther 4:2 — 2 related verses from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge.
- Genesis 50:4When the days of mourning had passed, Joseph said to Pharaoh’s court, “If I have found favor in your eyes, please tell Pharaoh that
- Luke 7:25Otherwise, what did you go out to see? A man dressed in fine clothes? Look, those who wear elegant clothing and live in luxury are found in palaces.
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