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Esther 5:2 Cross-References
Explore 9 cross-references for Esther 5:2 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Esther chapter 5 verse 2 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“And it was so, when the king saw Esther the queen standing in the court, that she obtained favour in his sight: and the king held out to Esther the golden sceptre that was in his hand. So Esther drew near, and touched the top of the sceptre.”
Esther 5:2 (KJV)
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Commentary on Esther 5:2
Esther's approach: 'And it was so, when the king saw Esther the queen standing in the court, that she obtained favour in his sight: and the king held out to Esther the golden sceptre that was in his hand. So Esther drew near, and touched the top of the sceptre'. Esther's unbidden approach to the king risked death (Esther 4:11), yet she found favor and the king extended his scepter, granting audience. This demonstrates God's providence governing even pagan king's responses to position Esther for intercession. Her touching the scepter accepted his grace and petition right. This scene foreshadows...
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Cross-References for Esther 5:2
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“and stood before the king.”
“All the king's servants”
“The king's heart is in the hand of the LORD”
“and she obtained kindness from him. He quickly gave her cosmetics and her portions of food”
“I beg you”
“and gave him favor and wisdom before Pharaoh”
“Your name will no longer be called Jacob, but Israel; for you have fought with God and with men, and have prevailed.”
“fastening his eyes on him”
“because he listens to my voice”