Esther 2:17
The Scripture
(17) And the king loved Esther above all the women, and she obtained grace and favour in his sight more than all the virgins; so that he set the royal crown upon her head, and made her queen instead of Vashti.
Chapter overview (whole chapter)
In chapter 2 Esther is taken to the king's palace where Ahasuerus, the king, and his officials discuss her identity. The king orders her to be presented to him so that he may decide whether to spare her life or punish her. This chapter highlights themes of loyalty, divine providence, and the power of a single messenger.
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Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Esther 4:14I Samuel 2:8Psalms 75:6Psalms 75:7Psalms 113:7Psalms 113:8Ezekiel 17:24Luke 1:48Luke 1:49Luke 1:50Luke 1:51Luke 1:52
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