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Esther 1:5 Β· KJV

"And when these days were expired, the king made a feast unto all the people that were present in Shushan the palace, both unto great and small, seven days, in the court of the garden of the king's palace;"

King James Version

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Passage Context

3In the third year of his reign, he made a feast unto all his princes and his servants; the power of Persia and Media, the nobles and princes of the provinces, being before him:
4When he shewed the riches of his glorious kingdom and the honour of his excellent majesty many days, even an hundred and fourscore days.
5And when these days were expired, the king made a feast unto all the people that were present in Shushan the palace, both unto great and small, seven days, in the court of the garden of the king's palace;
6Where were white, green, and blue, hangings, fastened with cords of fine linen and purple to silver rings and pillars of marble: the beds were of gold and silver, upon a pavement of red, and blue, and white, and black, marble.
7And they gave them drink in vessels of gold, (the vessels being diverse one from another,) and royal wine in abundance, according to the state of the king.

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you celebrate significant moments in your life?

2

What does hospitality mean to you?

3

When have you felt included or excluded in social gatherings?

Life Application

celebration

Consider hosting gatherings that foster community and connection.

hospitality

Practice hospitality by welcoming others into your home or life.

Places in This Verse

Shushan(Susa, Iran today)

An ancient city that served as a capital of the Persian Empire, known for its grandeur and significance in the Book of Esther.

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