On the seventh day, when the heart of the king was merry with wine, he commanded Mehuman, Biztha, Harbona, Bigtha, and Abagtha, Zethar, and Carcas, the seven chamberlains that served in the presence of Ahasuerus the king,
On the seventh day, when the king was feeling good from drinking wine, he gave orders to his seven personal servants: Mehuman, Biztha, Harbona, Bigtha, Abagtha, Zethar, and Carcas, these were the seven officials who personally attended to King Ahasuerus.
The writer is setting up a crucial moment where King Ahasuerus, influenced by wine during a week-long feast, is about to make a decision through his seven trusted servants.
📚 Historical Context
The Book of Esther is set in the ancient Persian Empire during the reign of King Ahasuerus, often identified as Xerxes I, a time when extravagant feasts were common among royalty to display wealth and power. In this specific verse, the king is in the midst of a seven-day banquet for his officials and people in the capital city of Susa, where excessive drinking was part of the culture, leading him to issue commands through his eunuchs. This event highlights the opulence and potential folly of Persian court life, setting the stage for the conflict that unfolds in the story.
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