Feast of Purim, or Lots, The

Instituted by Mordecai — Es 9:20.

To commemorate the defeat of Haman’s wicked design — Es 3:7-15; 9:24-26.

Began fourteenth of twelfth month — Es 9:17.

Lasted two days — Es 9:21.

Mode of celebrating — Es 9:17-19,22.

The Jews bound themselves to keep — Es 9:27,28.

Confirmed by royal authority — Es 9:29-32.