Dutch 1939 (De Heilige Schrift, Petrus Canisiusvertaling, 1939)
En de koning kreeg Ester meer lief dan alle andere vrouwen; want zij behaagde en bekoorde hem meer dan alle andere meisjes. Daarom plaatste hij de koninklijke kroon op haar hoofd, en verhief haar tot koningin in plaats van Wasjti.
Wat betekent dit?
Esther 2:17 tells us that King Ahasuerus loved Esther more than any other woman in the kingdom. He found her especially beautiful and kind, so he made her his new queen, replacing Vashti.
Uitgelegd voor kinderen
Imagine if you had a favorite toy that you loved the most. That's how much King Ahasuerus loved Esther. He loved her so much that he gave her a special crown and made her the most important lady in the kingdom!
Historische achtergrond
The book of Esther was written around the 5th century BCE, likely by an anonymous author. It was intended for the Jewish people in Persia, to remind them of God's protection and the importance of their culture during a time of exile.
Toepassing voor vandaag
In today's world, this verse can teach us about how genuine beauty and kindness can make a lasting impact on others. Just like Esther, our actions and character can lead to positive changes in our lives and communities.