1. What is the meaning of Esther 1:14?

2. How does Esther 1:14 highlight the importance of wise counsel in leadership?

3. What can we learn about decision-making from the king's advisors in Esther 1:14?

4. How does Proverbs 11:14 relate to the counsel seen in Esther 1:14?

5. How can we apply the principle of seeking counsel in our daily decisions?

6. What role does accountability play in leadership, as seen in Esther 1:14?

7. Why were these specific men chosen as advisors in Esther 1:14?

8. What does Esther 1:14 reveal about Persian governance and decision-making?

9. How does Esther 1:14 reflect the cultural values of ancient Persia?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Esther 1?

11. What did Esther mean by 'If I perish, I perish'?

12. How did Esther save her people from Xerxes' decree?

13. Could Queen Vashti’s refusal (Esther 1:12) and subsequent banishment be supported by Persian royal court records or historical precedents?

14. How do we reconcile Esther 4:14's mention of deliverance with the absence of God's name throughout the book?1. What qualities should we look for in those we seek advice from, based on the example of the seven princes?

2. How can we ensure that the counsel we receive aligns with biblical principles?

3. In what ways does the account of Esther demonstrate God's sovereignty over human affairs, even in a secular context?

4. How can we apply the principle of seeking wise counsel in our personal and professional lives?

5. Reflect on a time when you had to make a significant decision. How did the advice you received impact the outcome, and what can you learn from that experience in light of Esther 1:14?1. How does King Xerxes' display of wealth and power influence your understanding of his character?

2. Why might Queen Vashti have chosen to defy the king's command?

3. How does the cultural context of the Persian empire impact the characters' decisions?

4. What might be the implications of Vashti's actions on other women in the kingdom?

5. How do you think you would have reacted if you were in Vashti's place?

6. What does the advisors' counsel reveal about the societal expectations and norms of that time?

7. In what ways might Vashti's act of defiance be seen as courageous?

8. Compare and contrast the reaction of King Xerxes and his advisors to disobedience. What does this reveal about their respective characters?

9. How can the story of Vashti's disobedience and her subsequent punishment relate to present-day situations?

10. How would you respond to a situation where you were asked to do something against your personal convictions?

11. Does the outcome for Vashti seem fair to you? Why or why not?

12. What is your interpretation of the relationship between King Xerxes and Queen Vashti?

13. Do you see any patterns in the Bible where God uses difficult situations to accomplish His purposes?

14. How might the banquets described in this chapter reflect the excesses of our society today?

15. What life lessons can be learned from Queen Vashti's character and actions?

16. Can you think of modern examples where societal or systemic expectations have been challenged, much like Vashti challenged the king?

17. What can we learn from the role of the king's advisors in the narrative?

18. In what ways can we apply the lessons from this chapter to issues of gender equality today?

19. How does the response to Vashti's disobedience reflect the views on female subordination in ancient societies?

20. How does this chapter set the stage for Esther's entry into the story? What anticipations do you have for the subsequent chapters?

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