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Barnes' Notes on Esther 8:14

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Albert Barnes (1798–1870) · 19th-century historical commentary
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Being hastened - Between Sivan, the third month (June), when the posts went out, and Adar, the twelfth month (March), when the struggle was to take place, the interval would be one of more than 8 months; but all haste was made, with the object of their being no misunderstanding. return to 'Top of Page'
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