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The King's Inner Circle
The seven men listed were not random advisors but an elite council, a formal part of the Persian government. Commentators explain this structure has historical roots, established by the seven nobles who helped King Darius (Xerxes' father) take the throne. As a reward, they were granted the unique privilege of direct access to the king, as noted by the phrase "who saw the king's face." This same council is also mentioned in Ezra 7:14.
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Albert Barnes
On Esther 1:14
18th Century
Theologian
In Marsena we may perhaps recognize the famous Mardonius, and in Admatha, Xerxes’ uncle, Artabanus.
The seven princes - There were se…
Charles Ellicott
On Esther 1:14
19th Century
Bishop
Marsena. —It has been suggested that we may possibly recognise here Mardonius, the commander at Marathon; and in Admatha, Artabanu…
John Gill
On Esther 1:14
17th Century
Pastor
And the next to him
That sat next to the king, and was the chief in dignity and authority under him:
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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 …