Esther Chapter 5 Flashcards

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When did Esther go in to approach the king on behalf of her people?

On the third day of the fast of the Jews.

How did Esther dress when she went to approach the king on behalf of her people?

She put on her royal robes.

What was the king's response when he saw Esther standing in his court?

He was pleased with her and held out to her the gold scepter.

What did the king say to Esther when she touched his scepter?

He asked her what her request was, saying that he would give her up to half of the kingdom. Signup and view all the answers

What request did Esther make of the king when he held the scepter out to her?

That he and Haman come that day for a banquet. Signup and view all the answers

What did the king ask Esther as he and Haman were drinking their wine at the first banquet?

Now what is your petition? It will be given to you. And what is your request? Even up to half of the kingdom, it will be granted. Signup and view all the answers

How did Esther answer when the king asked for her request at her first banquet?

She asked that the king and Haman come the following day to another banquet that she would prepare for them. Then she would answer the king's questions. Signup and view all the answers

What was Haman's mood as he left Esther's first banquet?

He was happy and in high spirits. Signup and view all the answers

Whom did Haman call together to boast of himself after Esther's first banquet?

His friends and his wife. Signup and view all the answers

Who was the wife of Haman?

Zeresh. Signup and view all the answers

Of what did Haman boast to his friends and his wife?

His vast wealth, his many sons, all the ways the king had honored him above all others, the fact that he was the only one that Esther invited to the banquet, his invitation to the second banquet. Signup and view all the answers

Why did Haman say that all the things that he bragged about gave him no satisfaction?

He said that he would not be satisfied as long as Mordecai was sitting at his gate. Signup and view all the answers

What advice did Zeresh and Haman's friends give to Haman regarding Mordecai?

Have a gallows built, 75 feet high, and ask the king in the morning to have Mordecai hanged on it. Signup and view all the answers

How high did Zeresh and Haman's friends say he should build the gallows?

75 feet. Signup and view all the answers

How did Haman respond to the suggestion that he build a gallows?

He had the gallows built. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Esther Chapter 5 Key Events

Esther approached the king on the third day of the Jews' fast.
She wore royal robes when entering the king's court.

King’s Favor and Esther’s Request

The king was pleased to see Esther and extended the golden scepter toward her, signaling acceptance.
He inquired about her request, offering up to half of his kingdom.

Banquet Invitation

Esther requested the king and Haman to attend a banquet she would prepare that day.
During the first banquet, the king reiterated his offer to grant her petition.

Strategic Delay

At the first banquet, Esther postponed her request, inviting them to a second banquet for the following day.

Haman's Elation

After the first banquet, Haman left in high spirits, feeling honored.
He boasted about his wealth, many sons, and esteemed position to his friends and wife, Zeresh.

Mordecai’s Threat

Haman expressed dissatisfaction, stating that his pride was undermined by Mordecai's presence at the king's gate.

Plot Against Mordecai

Zeresh and Haman's friends advised him to build a gallows 75 feet high to hang Mordecai.
Haman accepted their suggestion and proceeded to construct the gallows.

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Test your knowledge of Esther Chapter 5 with these flashcards. Explore key events as Esther approaches the king, including her preparation and the king's reaction. Perfect for Bible study or personal review.