Esther 2:5
Now in Shushan the palace there was a certain Jew, whose name was Mordecai, the son of Jair, the son of Shimei, the son of Kish, a Benjamite;
Cross-reference
Esther 2:3
Historical context
In Esther 2:3, the king's officials gather virgins to Susa, the same city where Mordecai is introduced in 2:5, establishing the setting for his involvement.
Esther 3:2–6
Historical context
In Esther 3:2-6, Mordecai refuses to bow to Haman because of his Jewish identity, directly tied to the lineage introduced in 2:5, sparking the central conflict.
Esther 10:3
Parallel
In Esther 10:3, Mordecai's rise to power and favor among Jews fulfills the promise of his introduction in 2:5, showing his ultimate significance.
1 Samuel 9:1
Historical context
In 1 Samuel 9:1, Kish is Saul's father, also a Benjamite. Mordecai's descent from Kish in 2:5 links him to Israel's first king and royal tribe.