Esther 2:8

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KJV

King James Version (modern wording)

So it came to pass, when the king's commandment and his decree was heard, and when many maidens were gathered together unto Shushan the palace, to the custody of Hegai, that Esther was brought also unto the king's house, to the custody of Hegai, keeper of the women.

Esther 2:8 (KJV)

ASV

American Standard Version

So it came to pass, when the king’s commandment and his decree was heard, and when many maidens were gathered together unto Shushan the palace, to the custody of Hegai, that Esther was taken into the king’s house, to the custody of Hegai, keeper of the women.

Esther 2:8 (ASV)

BSB

Berean Standard Bible

When the king’s command and edict had been proclaimed, many young women gathered at the citadel of Susa under the care of Hegai. Esther was also taken to the palace and placed under the care of Hegai, the custodian of the women.

Esther 2:8 (BSB)

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What does Esther 2:8 say?

Esther 2:8 in modern King James wording reads: "So it came to pass, when the king's commandment and his decree was heard, and when many maidens were gathered together unto Shushan the palace, to the custody of Hegai, that Esther was brought also unto the king's house, to the custody of Hegai, keeper of the women."

Where is Esther 2:8 found in the Bible?

Esther 2:8 is verse 8 of chapter 2 of the book of Esther, in the Old Testament. Esther has 10 chapters.

Which translations of Esther 2:8 can I read here?

You can read Esther 2:8 in the King James Version (modern wording), American Standard Version and Berean Standard Bible. Open the full Bible reader to read it in more translations.