Then called Esther for Hathach, one of the king's eunuchs, whom he had appointed to attend to her, and gave him a command concerning Mordecai, to learn what it was, and why it was.

So Hathach went forth to Mordecai unto the street of the city, which was before the king's gate.

Mordecai also gave him a copy of the written decree issued in Susa ordering their destruction, so that Hathach might show it to Esther, explain it to her, and command her to approach the king, implore his favor, and plead with him personally for her people.

And Hathach came and told Esther the words of Mordecai.

Again Esther spoke unto Hathach, and gave him command concerning Mordecai;