17Mordecai then went away and did everything as Esther had ordered him.
Esther had always been under Mordecai’s authority and guidance (Esther 2:10; Esther 4:13). This time, however, the roles were somewhat reversed, as Mordecai willingly carried out all of Esther’s instructions.
17 Mordecai then went away and did everything as Esther had ordered him.