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Esther 5:4 Cross-References
Explore 7 cross-references for Esther 5:4 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Esther chapter 5 verse 4 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“And Esther answered, If it seem good unto the king, let the king and Haman come this day unto the banquet that I have prepared for him.”
Esther 5:4 (KJV)
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Commentary on Esther 5:4
And Esther answered, If it seem good unto the king, let the king and Haman come this day unto the banquet that I have prepared for him. Instead of immediately revealing her request, Esther invited the king and Haman to a banquet. This strategic delay served multiple purposes: it maintained suspense and royal interest; it created intimate setting for her eventual disclosure; it included Haman, ensuring he would be present for his exposure; and it demonstrated Esther's wisdom in preparing the moment carefully. The phrase "If it seem good unto the king" shows respectful deference despite the king...
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Cross-References for Esther 5:4
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“and if it please the king to grant my petition and to perform my request”
“but a wise man brings himself under control.”
“and the decree was given out in the citadel of Susa. The king and Haman sat down to drink; but the city of Shushan was perplexed.”
“A good man sheweth favour”
“don't be children in thoughts”
“'Not only that”
“Bring it near to me, and I will eat of my son's venison, that my soul may bless you. He brought it near to him”