Treasury of Scripture Knowledge

Summary

And the saying pleased the king and the princes; and the king did according to the word of Memucan:

Bible References

Pleased the king

Esther 1:19
If the king is so inclined, let a royal edict go forth from him, and let it be written in the laws of Persia and Media that cannot be repealed, that Vashti may not come into the presence of King Ahasuerus, and let the king convey her royalty to another who is more deserving than she.
Esther 2:4
Let the young woman whom the king finds most attractive become queen in place of Vashti." This seemed like a good idea to the king, so he acted accordingly.
Genesis 41:37
This advice made sense to Pharaoh and all his officials.

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