Vashti: Queen Vashti Unfolds the Phenomenon of Honor

There are many perspectives on the life of Queen Vashti; however, there is only one brief account recorded of her in Biblical History. We will begin with a contextual overview, and show how Queen Vashti Unfolds The Phenomenon of Honor. We will also review the customs of the Persians, and the stance of Jewish scholars and Greek writers on this character from the Book of Esther. God's provision and protection of His people is evident throughout this book although His name is not mentioned once. Should our ambition be to obtain the honor of men or that which comes from God?  And which one did Queen Vashti choose?  Let's explore this truth together.