Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Esther 1:13 Cross-References
Explore 9 cross-references for Esther 1:13 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Esther chapter 1 verse 13 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“Then the king said to the wise men, which knew the times, (for so was the king's manner toward all that knew law and judgment:”
Esther 1:13 (KJV)
Commentary on Esther 1:13
Counsel sought: 'Then the king said to the wise men, which knew the times'. Ahasuerus consulted advisors who 'knew the times' (yod'ei ha'ittim)—possibly astrologers, legal experts, or counselors skilled in precedent and custom. 'For so was the king's manner toward all that knew law and judgment'. The king relied on advisors for legal decisions, showing Persian administrative structure. This consultation about Vashti's punishment would have far-reaching consequences, creating vacancy that Esther would fill. God's providence works through bureaucratic procedures and human counsel to orchestrate ...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Esther 1:13
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“men who had understanding of the times”
“and the enchanters”
“King of the nations? for to you does it appertain; because among all the wise men of the nations”
“'It will be foul weather today”
“the Chaldeans”
“and commanded to destroy all the wise men of Babylon.”
“behold”
“that they might make known to me the interpretation of the dream.”
“and said”