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Esther 2 Study Guide
This passage is in regard to the events of chapter 1, in which Xerxes, in an incredible show of pride, begins a six month party to showcase his kingdom and power. It is capped off by a seven day party for the people of the city of Susa, in which they can drink all they desire. At the tail end of this party is a party, thrown by Queen Vashti, for the women of the royal palace. King Xerxes commands the queen to be displayed before the officials. The king’s drunken request is refused by the queen which throws Xerxes into a tirade. He consults his officials as to what to do about the queen, and they instruct him to construct a law that banishes Queen Vashti from ever being in his sight again. This edict is meant to squelch any other women from following the queen’s example.