“The copy of the writing for a commandment to be given in every province was published unto all people, and that the Jews should be ready against that day to avenge themselves on their enemies.”
A copy of the edict, to be issued as a law in every province, was published to all the peoples, that the Jews should be ready on that day to avenge themselves on their enemies, demonstrating that the counter-edict is published widely throughout the empire so that all peoples will know that the Jews have been authorized to defend themselves. This wide publication ensures that those who might attempt to carry out Haman's original decree will be aware that the Jews now have legal authorization to fight back, potentially deterring attacks and ensuring that the Jews have the element of surprise and superior knowledge. The verse shows how information and communication can be as important as weapons in determining the outcome of conflicts.
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