Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Esther 1:3 Cross-References
Explore 14 cross-references for Esther 1:3 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Esther chapter 1 verse 3 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“In the third year of his reign, he made a feast unto all his princes and his servants; the power of Persia and Media, the nobles and princes of the provinces, being before him:”
Esther 1:3 (KJV)
Commentary on Esther 1:3
In the third year of his reign, he made a feast unto all his princes and his servants; the power of Persia and Media, the nobles and princes of the provinces, being before him: The chronological marker "third year of his reign" (circa 483 BCE) places this feast early in Xerxes' rule, likely celebrating consolidated power and planning for military campaigns. The Hebrew word for "feast" (mishteh, מִשְׁתֶּה) emphasizes drinking and banqueting, indicating lavish celebration rather than religious observance.The guest list reveals the empire's hierarchical structure: princes (sarim, שָׂרִים), servan...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Esther 1:3
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“that Herod on his birthday made a supper for his nobles”
“even Esther's feast; and he proclaimed a holiday in the provinces”
“and drank wine before the thousand.”
“it was a dream: and he came to Jerusalem”
“to destroy it: for it is the vengeance of Yahweh”
“and the destroyer destroys. Go up”
“which was Pharaoh's birthday”
“Shethar”
“and given to the Medes and Persians.”
“who should be throughout the whole kingdom;”