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Royal Counselors, Not Astrologers
Commentators clarify that the "wise men who knew the times" were not astrologers, but rather seasoned legal and historical experts. King Ahasuerus was following established Persian protocol by consulting these advisors on matters of law and precedent, much like a modern leader would consult a cabinet or supreme court.
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Esther
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Albert Barnes
On Esther 1:13
18th Century
Theologian
Wise men ... - Not “astrologers,” who were unknown in Persia; but rather men of practical wisdom, who knew the facts and customs of former t…
Charles Ellicott
On Esther 1:13
19th Century
Bishop
Which knew the times. —That is, who were skilled in precedents, and could advise accordingly.
For so... —Tr…
John Gill
On Esther 1:13
17th Century
Pastor
Then the king said to the wise men that knew the times
Astrologers, as Aben Ezra, that knew the fit time for doing a…
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Matthew Henry
On Esther 1:10–22
17th Century
Minister
Ahasuerus's feast ended in heaviness, by his own folly. Seasons of special festivity often end in vexation.
Superiors should be careful not …