Esther 2:18 Meaning
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.
Context Explained
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.
Key Themes
Related Cross References
John 2:1-10
Both Esther's feast and Jesus' first miracle at a wedding highlight the importance of celebration in community.
Acts 2:44-46
The communal aspect of feasting in Esther's time mirrors the early church's practice of sharing meals together.
Matthew 14:19
Jesus also performed acts of generosity and provision during feasts, reflecting God's care for His people.
Source: Esther 2:18