Est 1:3-4 | MHM | STEP | v. 3-5 : He held two main feasts. The first was for his nobles and princes and lasted 180 days (Esther 1:3-4 ). Likely, he invited different groups at different times. The second feast lasted seven days and was for all the people, both great and small. Because there were so many guests, they celebrated in the garden court (Esther 1:5 ). The decorations and furniture were very beautiful, but such a showy feast cannot compare to the peace and joy of a simple meal shared with true friends (Proverbs 15:17 ).

‏ Esther 1:3-4

v. 3-5: He held two main feasts. The first was for his nobles and princes and lasted 180 days (Esther 1:3-4 ^a). Likely, he invited different groups at different times. The second feast lasted seven days and was for all the people, both great and small. Because there were so many guests, they celebrated in the garden court (Esther 1:5 ^b). The decorations and furniture were very beautiful, but such a showy feast cannot compare to the peace and joy of a simple meal shared with true friends (Proverbs 15:17 ^c).

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