Shethar Summary
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Shethar, one of the seven Persian nobles who had access to King Ahasuerus's presence.
one of the seven princes of Persia and Media (EST 1:14)
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· Also called · H8369 none · EST 1:14 putrefied; searching
- he שֵׁתָר shetar · H8369 · EST 1:14
- el Σαρσαθαιος Sarsathaios · none · EST 1:14
- bg Шетар
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Shethar Article
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Shethar was one of the seven Persian nobles who served in the court of King Ahasuerus (Xerxes I) during the events described in the Book of Esther. In Est 1:14, he is mentioned along with the other nobles—Carshena, Shethar, Admatha, Tarshish, Meres, Marsena, and Memucan—as being closest to the king and holding the highest positions in the kingdom. These nobles had access to the king's presence and were consulted for their expertise in law and justice. When King Ahasuerus sought advice regarding Queen Vashti's refusal to appear before him, Shethar and the other nobles were called upon to provide counsel. Their advice led to the king's decree that Vashti be removed from her position and replaced, setting in motion the events that would lead to Esther becoming queen. Shethar's presence among the king's closest advisors indicates his high status and influence within the Persian court.
Shethar Dictionary
Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897)
A star, a prince at the court of Ahasuerus (Esther 1:14).
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