Esther 1:21

Arabic 2016 (الكِتاب المُقَدَّس: التَّرْجَمَةُ العَرَبِيَّةُ المُبَسَّطَةُ)

فَاسْتَحْسَنَ المَلِكُ وَالمَسْؤولونَ هَذِهِ المَشُورَةَ. وَأخَذَ المَلِكُ بِاقْتِرَاحِ مَمُوكَانَ.

What Does This Mean?

Esther 1:21 tells us that the king and his princes agreed with the advice given by Memucan. They were pleased with the suggestion and the king followed through with it. The key message here is about the authority of the king and his advisors' influence.

Explained for Children

Imagine you're playing a game with your friends, and one of your friends suggests a new rule. Everyone thinks it's a good idea, and you all agree to follow it. That's what happened here, but with a king and his important friends making a big decision.

Historical Background

The Book of Esther was likely written in the fifth century BC, possibly by an author in the Persian court. It was written for the Jewish people living in exile under Persian rule, providing a narrative that highlights their survival and divine protection in a foreign land.

Living It Out Today

In a modern scenario, if a manager in a company suggests a new policy that benefits the team, and the CEO agrees and implements it, it mirrors this verse. The importance of listening to good advice and acting on it can bring positive outcomes.

Topics

• advice
• leadership
• authority
• decision-making
• influence
• wisdom

Related Verses

• Proverbs 11:14
• 1 Corinthians 14:29
• Genesis 41:33-36
• Esther 7:9
• Acts 15:22

Frequently Asked Questions

Who was Memucan and what advice did he give?

Memucan was one of the king's seven princes. He suggested that the queen should be dethroned and that a law should be made so that all women would hear and see that men are in charge in their homes.

What was the king's reaction to Memucan's advice?

The king was pleased with Memucan's advice and agreed to follow it, showing that he valued the counsel of his advisors and was willing to act on it.

How does this verse relate to the rest of the story in Esther?

This decision sets the stage for the conflict that arises later in the story, as it results in the removal of Queen Vashti, leading to the eventual rise of Esther as the new queen.

What can we learn about leadership from this verse?

Leadership involves listening to good advice and being decisive. The king's willingness to follow Memucan's advice shows the importance of heeding wise counsel.