And came even before the king's gate. After some aimless wandering Mordecai as returned toward the palace, either his proper place, or with some incipient notion of obtaining Esther's help. He was not allowed, however, to pass the outer gate on account of his garb of woe, and he remained outside (see verse 6).
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Esther 4:2
Esther 4:2
The Pulpit Commentary · Joseph S. Exell and contributors · Public Domain
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