12 After the twelve months’ preparation decreed for the women, each one went in turn to visit King Ahasuerus. During this period of beautifying treatment, six months were spent with oil of myrrh, and the other six months with perfumes and cosmetics.

13 Then, when each one was to visit the king, she was allowed to take with her from the harem to the royal palace whatever she chose.

Esther 2:12-13, New American Bible Revised. Copyright © 2010 USCCB.
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