1. The isles of the sea] or, ’coast lands,’ i.e. the countries bordering on the Mediterranean. The description of the king’s dominion serves to enhance the glory of Mordecai, who was his minister.
3. Seeking the wealth] i.e. seeking to promote their welfare: cp. Ezra 9:12.
Bibliographical Information Dummelow, John. "Commentary on Esther 10". "Dummelow's Commentary on the Bible". https://studylight.org/commentaries/eng/dcb/esther-10.html. 1909.
Verses 1-3
The Greatness of Mordecai
1. The isles of the sea] or, ’coast lands,’ i.e. the countries bordering on the Mediterranean. The description of the king’s dominion serves to enhance the glory of Mordecai, who was his minister.
3. Seeking the wealth] i.e. seeking to promote their welfare: cp. Ezra 9:12.