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Esther 7:1 ยท KJV

"So the king and Haman came to banquet with Esther the queen."

King James Version

What does Esther 7:1 mean? โ†’

Passage Context

1So the king and Haman came to banquet with Esther the queen.
2And the king said again unto Esther on the second day at the banquet of wine, What is thy petition, queen Esther? and it shall be granted thee: and what is thy request? and it shall be performed, even to the half of the kingdom.
3Then Esther the queen answered and said, If I have found favour in thy sight, O king, and if it please the king, let my life be given me at my petition, and my people at my request:

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you handle situations where you feel vulnerable?

2

What does it mean for you to be brave in difficult circumstances?

3

When have you had to stand up for someone else?

Life Application

courage

Be willing to speak up for those who cannot defend themselves.

relationships

Consider how you can support friends facing challenges.

People in This Verse

AhasuerusOT

Ahasuerus is the king of Persia who ruled during the time of Esther. He is known for his lavish lifestyle and significant decisions that impacted the Jewish people.

First appearance: Esther 1:1

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

HamanOT

Haman was a high-ranking official in the Persian Empire and a key antagonist in the Book of Esther. His plot to annihilate the Jews demonstrates the dangers of pride and prejudice.

First appearance: Esther 3:1

Places in This Verse

Shushan(Susa, Iran today)

The capital of the Persian Empire where the events of Esther unfolded.

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