QUEEN VASHTI DEPOSED

 Esther 1:1-22 / Keywords 1:19

QUEEN VASHTI DEPOSED

 

1. Two banquets (1-12)

King Xerxes ruled the Persian Empire from Egypt to India. He was a very powerful

man. But he was an insecure man. That led him to invite the leaders of the empire

to a six-month log exposition to show off his military might and his own glory and

majesty. He topped it off with a lavish week-long banquet. That same day, Queen

Vashti also gave a lavish banquet for the women of the palace. At one point,

Xerxes wanted to show Vashti off to his guests. He sent for her but she refused to

come! She did not respect her husband and king. This made Xerxes furious.

 

2. The consequences (13-22)

The king consulted his closest advisors to see what should be done about Queen

Vashti. His advisors told him Vashti must be severely punished lest other women

become influenced by her. So, they urged Xerxes to depose Vashti. Queen Vashti

lost her position because of foolish stubborn pride on both sides. Pride is ruinous

of relationships- both with other people and with God.

 

Prayer Lord, my heart is full of pride. Help me repent and cleanse me of my

pride.

One Word Pride goes before a fall