Esther 1:8
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King James Version (modern wording)
And the drinking was according to the law; none did compel: for so the king had appointed to all the officers of his house, that they should do according to every man's pleasure.
Esther 1:8 (KJV)
American Standard Version
And the drinking was according to the law; none could compel: for so the king had appointed to all the officers of his house, that they should do according to every man’s pleasure.
Esther 1:8 (ASV)
Berean Standard Bible
By order of the king, no limit was placed on the drinking, and every official of his household was to serve each man whatever he desired.
Esther 1:8 (BSB)
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What does Esther 1:8 say?
Esther 1:8 in modern King James wording reads: "And the drinking was according to the law; none did compel: for so the king had appointed to all the officers of his house, that they should do according to every man's pleasure."
Where is Esther 1:8 found in the Bible?
Esther 1:8 is verse 8 of chapter 1 of the book of Esther, in the Old Testament. Esther has 10 chapters.
Which translations of Esther 1:8 can I read here?
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