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Esther 2:18 Β· KJV

"Then the king made a great feast unto all his princes and his servants, even Esther's feast; and he made a release to the provinces, and gave gifts, according to the state of the king."

King James Version

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Passage Context

16So Esther was taken unto king Ahasuerus into his house royal in the tenth month, which is the month Tebeth, in the seventh year of his reign.
17And the king loved Esther above all the women, and she obtained grace and favour in his sight more than all the virgins; so that he set the royal crown upon her head, and made her queen instead of Vashti.
18Then the king made a great feast unto all his princes and his servants, even Esther's feast; and he made a release to the provinces, and gave gifts, according to the state of the king.
19And when the virgins were gathered together the second time, then Mordecai sat in the king's gate.
20Esther had not yet shewed her kindred nor her people; as Mordecai had charged her: for Esther did the commandment of Mordecai, like as when she was brought up with him.

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Reflection Questions

1

What does celebration look like in your life?

2

How do you express gratitude for blessings?

3

When have you felt the joy of community?

Life Application

celebration

Take time to celebrate milestones with friends and family, fostering community.

gratitude

Express gratitude for the blessings in your life, recognizing their source.

People in This Verse

EstherOT

Esther, originally named Hadassah, was a Jewish woman who became queen of Persia. Her story illustrates themes of bravery and identity.

First appearance: Esther 2:5

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