Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Summary
And let the maiden which pleaseth the king be queen instead of Vashti. And the thing pleased the king; and he did so.
Let the maiden
Bible References
Let the maiden
Matthew 20:16
"In the same way, the last will be first, and the first will be last, because many are called, but few are chosen."
Matthew 22:14
because many are invited, but few are chosen."
The thing
Esther 1:21
This seemed like a good idea to the king and his officials, so the king did what Memucan suggested.
Esther 3:9
If the king approves, let it be decreed that they're to be destroyed, and I'll measure out 10,000 silver talents and bring it to the king's treasury for those who will do the work."
2 Samuel 13:4
"Why are you so depressed these past few mornings," Jonadab asked Amnon, "since you're a son of the king? Why not tell me?" Amnon replied, "I'm in love with my brother Absalom's sister Tamar."
2 Samuel 16:21
Ahithophel responded, "Go inside and have sex with your father's mistresses, whom he left to keep the palace in order. Then everyone in Israel will hear how your father has come to hate you and everyone who has joined you will be emboldened to act."
2 Samuel 17:4
Even though this plan seemed like a good idea to Absalom and to all of the elders of Israel,
Matthew 14:6
But when Herod's birthday celebration was held, the daughter of Herodias danced before the guests. She pleased Herod