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The 'Banquet of Wine'
Commentators explain that the "banquet of wine" was a specific part of the Persian feast, similar to a dessert course. After the main meal, guests would continue with fruit and wine. Scholars note that the king, likely cheerful from the wine, was in a generous mood, which helps explain his extravagant offer to Esther.
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Albert Barnes
On Esther 5:6
18th Century
Theologian
The banquet of wine: After the main courses were removed, it was customary in Persia to continue the banquet for a considerable time with fr…
Charles Ellicott
On Esther 5:6
19th Century
Bishop
The banquet of wine. —The continuation of the banquet of Esther 5:5: the dessert, so to speak.
John Gill
On Esther 5:6
17th Century
Pastor
And the king said unto Esther at the banquet of wine
For such it seems the banquet was she prepared; it was not prop…
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Matthew Henry
On Esther 5:1–8
17th Century
Minister
Esther having had power with God, and prevailing, like Jacob, had power with men too. He who will lose his life for God will save it, or find it in…