What does Esther 7:1 mean?

Esther 7:1 highlights themes such as feast, celebration, plot when read in context.

How should I apply Esther 7:1 today?

Read the surrounding passage, compare related cross references, and turn the verse into a short prayer and concrete action.

Esther 7:1 Meaning

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

Context Explained

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:

Key Themes

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Source: Esther 7:1