And it came to pass in process of time, that the king of Egypt died: and the children of Israel sighed by reason of the bondage, and they cried, and their cry came up unto God by reason of the bondage.
The posts went out, being hastened by the king's commandment, and the decree was given in Shushan the palace. And the king and Haman sat down to drink; but the city Shushan was perplexed.
And Mordecai went out from the presence of the king in royal apparel of blue and white, and with a great crown of gold, and with a garment of fine linen and purple: and the city of Shushan rejoiced and was glad.
When it goeth well with the righteous, the city rejoiceth: and when the wicked perish, there is shouting.
When righteous men do rejoice, there is great glory: but when the wicked rise, a man is hidden.
When the wicked rise, men hide themselves: but when they perish, the righteous increase.