New Torrey's Topical Textbook: Rev. R. A. Torrey

Feast of Purim, or Lots, The

• Instituted by Mordecai Esther 9:20
• To commemorate the defeat of Haman's wicked design Esther 3:7-15, 9:24-26
• Began fourteenth of twelfth month Esther 9:17
• Lasted two days Esther 9:21
• Mode of celebrating Esther 9:17-19, 22
• The Jews bound themselves to keep Esther 9:27, 28
• Confirmed by royal authority Esther 9:29-32