Esther 7:1
Esther 7:1 in Multiple Translations
So the king and Haman went to dine with Esther the queen,
So the king and Haman came to banquet with Esther the queen.
So the king and Haman came to banquet with Esther the queen.
So the king and Haman came to take wine with Esther the queen.
The king and Haman went to Queen Esther's dinner.
So the King and Haman came to banket with the Queene Ester.
And the king cometh in, and Haman, to drink with Esther the queen,
So the king and Haman came to banquet with Esther the queen.
So the king and Haman came to banquet with Esther the queen.
So the king and Aman went in, to drink with the queen.
So the king and Haman went to eat the second banquet/feast that Queen Esther had prepared.
Berean Amplified Bible — Esther 7:1
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Esther 7:1 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/יָּבֹ֤א
הַ/מֶּ֨לֶךְ֙
וְ/הָמָ֔ן
לִ/שְׁתּ֖וֹת
עִם
אֶסְתֵּ֥ר
הַ/מַּלְכָּֽה
וַ/יָּבֹ֤א
bôwʼ
H935
Lebo
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
הַ/מֶּ֨לֶךְ֙
melek
H4428
King's
Art | N-ms
וְ/הָמָ֔ן
Hâmân
H2001
Haman
Conj | N-proper
לִ/שְׁתּ֖וֹת
shâthâh
H8354
to drink
Prep | V-Qal-Inf-a
עִם
ʻim
H5973
with
Prep
אֶסְתֵּ֥ר
ʼEçtêr
H635
Esther
N-proper
הַ/מַּלְכָּֽה
malkâh
H4436
queen
Art | N-fs
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Hebrew Word Reference — Esther 7:1
וַ/יָּבֹ֤א
bôwʼ
H935
"Lebo"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
This verb means to go or come, and is used in many contexts, such as entering a place or approaching someone, as seen in the book of Genesis. It can also mean to abide or apply, and is translated in various ways in the KJV Bible. This term is related to the name Lebo Hamath.
Definition: A shortened name of Lebo Hamath complined withcha.mat (חֲמָת "Hamath" H2574) This name means to go in, enter
Usage: Occurs in 2307 OT verses. KJV: abide, apply, attain, [idiom] be, befall, [phrase] besiege, bring (forth, in, into, to pass), call, carry, [idiom] certainly, (cause, let, thing for) to come (against, in, out, upon, to pass), depart, [idiom] doubtless again, [phrase] eat, [phrase] employ, (cause to) enter (in, into, -tering, -trance, -try), be fallen, fetch, [phrase] follow, get, give, go (down, in, to war), grant, [phrase] have, [idiom] indeed, (in-) vade, lead, lift (up), mention, pull in, put, resort, run (down), send, set, [idiom] (well) stricken (in age), [idiom] surely, take (in), way. See also: Genesis 2:19; Genesis 32:7; Exodus 1:19.
הַ/מֶּ֨לֶךְ֙
melek
H4428
"King's"
Art | N-ms
This word refers to a king or royal person, like King David or King Saul. It can also describe something related to a king, like the King's Valley in Genesis. The Bible often uses this word to talk about the rulers of Israel.
Definition: King's (Valley) (Gen.14.17)
Usage: Occurs in 1919 OT verses. KJV: king, royal. See also: Genesis 14:1; Joshua 10:39; 1 Samuel 16:1.
וְ/הָמָ֔ן
Hâmân
H2001
"Haman"
Conj | N-proper
Haman was a powerful Persian official who opposed the Jews, as told in the book of Esther. He was the son of Hammedatha and the enemy of Mordecai, and his story is a significant part of the biblical narrative.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, first mentioned at Est.3.1; son of: Hammedatha (H4099); married to Zeresh (H2238); father of: Parshandatha (H6577), Dalphon (H1813), Aspatha (H0630), Poratha (H6334), Adalia (H0118), Aridatha (H0743), Parmashta (H6534), Arisai (H0747), Aridai (H0742), Vaizatha (H2055) § Haman = "magnificent" chief minister of Ahasuerus, enemy of Mordecai and the Jews, who plotted to kill the Jews but, being foiled by Esther, was hanged, with his family, on the gallows he had made for Mordecai
Usage: Occurs in 45 OT verses. KJV: Haman. See also: Esther 3:1; Esther 6:6; Esther 9:24.
לִ/שְׁתּ֖וֹת
shâthâh
H8354
"to drink"
Prep | V-Qal-Inf-a
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means to drink, and it's used in many ways, like drinking from a cup or feasting. It's also used to describe being drunk or taking part in a big celebration. We see it in stories like the Last Supper in Matthew 26:27.
Definition: 1) to drink 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to drink 1a1a) of drinking cup of God's wrath, of slaughter, of wicked deeds (fig) 1a2) to feast 1b) (Niphal) to be drunk Aramaic equivalent: she.tah (שְׁתָה "to drink" H8355)
Usage: Occurs in 193 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] assuredly, banquet, [idiom] certainly, drink(-er, -ing), drunk ([idiom] -ard), surely. (Prop. intensive of H8248 (שָׁקָה).) See also: Genesis 9:21; 2 Kings 19:24; Psalms 50:13.
עִם
ʻim
H5973
"with"
Prep
This Hebrew word means with or together, like when God is with his people in Exodus 33:14-15. It's used to describe accompaniment or association, and can also mean against or beside. The word is used to convey a sense of relationship or proximity between people or things.
Definition: 1) with 1a) with 1b) against 1c) toward 1d) as long as
Usage: Occurs in 919 OT verses. KJV: accompanying, against, and, as ([idiom] long as), before, beside, by (reason of), for all, from (among, between), in, like, more than, of, (un-) to, with(-al). See also: Genesis 3:6; Exodus 21:14; Deuteronomy 29:11.
אֶסְתֵּ֥ר
ʼEçtêr
H635
"Esther"
N-proper
Esther was a brave Jewish woman who became queen of Persia, as told in the book of Esther. She was adopted by her cousin Mordecai and later helped save the Jewish people from persecution.
Definition: A woman living at the time of Exile and Return, first mentioned at Est.2.7; daughter of: Abihail (H0032K); also called Hadassah at Est.2.7; Also named: ha.das.sah (הֲדַסָּה "Hadassah" H1919) § Esther = "star" the queen of Persia, heroine of the book of Esther-daughter of Abihail, cousin and adopted daughter of Mordecai, of the tribe of Benjamin, made queen by king Ahasuerus to replace divorced queen, Vashti.
Usage: Occurs in 45 OT verses. KJV: Esther. See also: Esther 2:7; Esther 5:4; Esther 9:32.
הַ/מַּלְכָּֽה
malkâh
H4436
"queen"
Art | N-fs
A queen is a female ruler of a kingdom, like the Queen of Sheba who visited Solomon. The word refers to a woman with royal authority and power. It is used in the Bible to describe female monarchs.
Definition: queen Aramaic equivalent: mal.kah (מַלְכָּה "queen" H4433)
Usage: Occurs in 34 OT verses. KJV: queen. See also: 1 Kings 10:1; Esther 5:2; Song of Solomon 6:9.
Study Notes — Esther 7:1
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Context — Esther Pleads for Her People
1So the king and Haman went to dine with Esther the queen,
2and as they drank their wine on that second day, the king asked once more, “Queen Esther, what is your petition? It will be given to you. What is your request? Even up to half the kingdom, it will be fulfilled.” 3Queen Esther replied, “If I have found favor in your sight, O king, and if it pleases the king, grant me my life as my petition, and the lives of my people as my request.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Esther 5:8 | If I have found favor in the sight of the king, and if it pleases the king to grant my petition and fulfill my request, may the king and Haman come tomorrow to the banquet I will prepare for them. Then I will answer the king’s question.” |
| 2 | Esther 3:15 | The couriers left, spurred on by the king’s command, and the edict was issued in the citadel of Susa. Then the king and Haman sat down to drink, but the city of Susa was in confusion. |
Esther 7:1 Summary
This verse tells us that the king and Haman went to dinner with Esther, which might seem like a normal event, but it's actually a big deal because it sets the stage for Esther to make a bold request to the king. Esther's courage and wisdom in this situation are an inspiration to us, reminding us that we can trust God and take risks to fulfill our purpose, just like Esther did (Esther 4:14). As we reflect on this verse, we can think about how God might be using unexpected situations in our lives to accomplish His plans, and how we can be brave and faithful like Esther. We can also look to other examples in the Bible, like the story of Joseph in Genesis 37:1-36 and Genesis 39-41, to see how God can use difficult circumstances for good.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did the king and Haman go to dine with Esther the queen?
The king and Haman went to dine with Esther the queen because the king had already extended an invitation to them the day before, as seen in Esther 5:8, and now they were following through on that invitation, which ultimately led to the events that unfolded in Esther 7:2-3.
What can we learn from the fact that the king and Haman were dining with Esther?
We can learn that God can use even the most unlikely and uncomfortable situations for His purposes, as seen in Esther 4:14, where Mordecai reminds Esther that she was placed in her position for a reason, and that reason is fulfilled in part through this dinner invitation.
How does this verse relate to the rest of the book of Esther?
This verse is a pivotal moment in the book of Esther, as it sets the stage for Esther's bold request to the king, which is rooted in her faith and trust in God, much like the faith and trust demonstrated by Daniel in Daniel 6:10.
What does this verse teach us about the character of Esther?
This verse teaches us that Esther is a woman of courage and wisdom, who is willing to take risks and seize opportunities to fulfill her purpose, much like the courage and wisdom demonstrated by Deborah in Judges 4:4-10.
Reflection Questions
- What are some uncomfortable or unlikely situations in my life that God might be using for His purposes?
- How can I, like Esther, trust God and take risks to fulfill my purpose, even when it's difficult or scary?
- What are some ways that I can, like Esther, use my position or influence to make a positive impact on those around me?
- How can I balance being wise and strategic, like Esther, with being bold and courageous in my faith, like Daniel in Daniel 3:16-18?
Gill's Exposition on Esther 7:1
So the king and Haman came to banquet with Esther the queen. Or, "to drink with her" (e), that is, wine; for in the next verse it is called a banquet of wine; so they did according to the invitation
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Esther 7:1
So the king and Haman came to banquet with Esther the queen. No JFB commentary on these verses.
Trapp's Commentary on Esther 7:1
Esther 7:1 So the king and Haman came to banquet with Esther the queen.Ver. 1. So the king and Haman came to the banquet] Heb. To drink, for multorum vivere est bibere; of many, to live is to drink, and profane persons have a proverb, Bibere et sudare est vita Cardiaci. To drink and to sweat is the life of Cardiacus. Such are your chamber champions, whose teeth in a temperate air do beat in their heads at a cup of cold sack and sugar. Belshazzar’ s feast days were called σακεαιημεραι, because he was quaffing in the bowls of the sanctuary, to the honour of Shac or Bacchus (Greg. Posthum.). Little did either he or Haman think, that in the fulness of their sufficiency they should be in such straits, aud that every hand of the troublesome should come upon him; that when they were about to fill their bellies God should cast the fury of his wrath upon them, and rain it upon them while they were drinking, Job 20:22-23. But this is the portion of a wicked man from God, and the heritage appointed unto him by God, Job 20:29. Why, then, should any saint be sick of the fret, at the prosperity of the ungodly?
Surely as fishes are taken in an evil net, and as birds are caught in a snare, so are such snared in an evil time, when it falleth suddenly upon them, Ecclesiastes 9:12. Of Esther’ s invitation Haman might have said, as he did of the gifts one sent him, Munera magna quidem mittit, sed mittit in hamo. (Martial.) But he knew not yet what evil was toward him; though I doubt not but his conscience (if not altogether dead and dedolent) began by this time to stare him in the face; his friends having already read his destiny.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Esther 7:1
CHAPTER VII The king at the banquet urges Esther to prefer her petition, with the positive assurance that it shall be granted, 1, 2. She petitions for her own life, and the life of her people, who were sold to be destroyed, 3, 4. The king inquires the author of this project, and Haman is accused by the queen, 5, 6. The king is enraged: Haman supplicates for his life; but the king orders him to be hanged on the gallows he had prepared for Mordecai, 7-10. NOTES ON CHAP. VII