Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version and as they were drinking wine on the second day, the king again asked, “Queen Esther, what is your petition? It will be given you. What is your request? Even up to half the kingdom, it will be granted.” New Living Translation On this second occasion, while they were drinking wine, the king again said to Esther, “Tell me what you want, Queen Esther. What is your request? I will give it to you, even if it is half the kingdom!” English Standard Version And on the second day, as they were drinking wine after the feast, the king again said to Esther, “What is your wish, Queen Esther? It shall be granted you. And what is your request? Even to the half of my kingdom, it shall be fulfilled.” Berean Standard Bible and as they drank their wine on that second day, the king asked once more, “Queen Esther, what is your petition? It will be given to you. What is your request? Even up to half the kingdom, it will be fulfilled.” Berean Literal Bible And the king said to Esther also on the second day at the feast of the wine, “What is your petition, Esther the queen? And it shall be given to you. And what is your request? As much as half of the kingdom, and it shall be done.” King James Bible And the king said again unto Esther on the second day at the banquet of wine, What is thy petition, queen Esther? and it shall be granted thee: and what is thy request? and it shall be performed, even to the half of the kingdom. New King James Version And on the second day, at the banquet of wine, the king again said to Esther, “What is your petition, Queen Esther? It shall be granted you. And what is your request, up to half the kingdom? It shall be done!” New American Standard Bible And the king said to Esther on the second day also as they drank their wine at the banquet, “What is your request, Queen Esther? It shall be granted you. And what is your wish? Up to half of the kingdom it shall be done.” NASB 1995 And the king said to Esther on the second day also as they drank their wine at the banquet, “What is your petition, Queen Esther? It shall be granted you. And what is your request? Even to half of the kingdom it shall be done.” NASB 1977 And the king said to Esther on the second day also as they drank their wine at the banquet, “What is your petition, Queen Esther? It shall be granted you. And what is your request? Even to half of the kingdom it shall be done.” Legacy Standard Bible And the king said to Esther on the second day also as they drank their wine at the feast, “What is your petition, Queen Esther? It shall be given you. And what is your request? Even to half of the kingdom it shall be done.” Amplified Bible And the king said to Esther on the second day also as they drank their wine, “What is your petition, Queen Esther? It shall be granted to you. And what is your request? Even to half of the kingdom, it shall be done.” Berean Annotated Bible and as they drank their wine on that second day, the king asked once more (star), “Queen Esther, what is your petition? It will be given to you. What is your request? Even up to half the kingdom, it will be fulfilled. Christian Standard Bible Once again, on the second day while drinking wine, the king asked Esther, “Queen Esther, whatever you ask will be given to you. Whatever you seek, even to half the kingdom, will be done.” Holman Christian Standard Bible Once again, on the second day while drinking wine, the king asked Esther, “Queen Esther, whatever you ask will be given to you. Whatever you seek, even to half the kingdom, will be done.” American Standard Version And the king said again unto Esther on the second day at the banquet of wine, What is thy petition, queen Esther? and it shall be granted thee: and what is thy request? even to the half of the kingdom it shall be performed. Contemporary English Version and drinking wine during the second dinner, when the king again said, "Esther, what can I do for you? Just ask, and I will give you as much as half of my kingdom!" English Revised Version And the king said again unto Esther on the second day at the banquet of wine, What is thy petition, queen Esther? and it shall he granted thee: and what is thy request? even to the half of the kingdom it shall be performed. GOD'S WORD® Translation On the second day, while they were drinking wine, the king asked Esther, "What is your request, Queen Esther? It will be granted to you. And what would you like? Even if it is up to half of the kingdom, it will be granted." Good News Translation for a second time. Over the wine the king asked her again, "Now, Queen Esther, what do you want? Tell me and you shall have it. I'll even give you half the empire." International Standard Version On the second day the king again told Esther as they drank wine, "What's your petition, Queen Esther? It will be given to you. What's your request? Up to half of the kingdom, and it will be done." NET Bible On the second day of the banquet of wine the king asked Esther, "What is your request, Queen Esther? It shall be granted to you. And what is your petition? Ask up to half the kingdom, and it shall be done!" New Heart English Bible The king said again to Esther on the second day at the banquet of wine, "What is your petition, queen Esther? It shall be granted you. What is your request? Even to the half of the kingdom it shall be performed." Webster's Bible Translation And the king said again to Esther on the second day at the banquet of wine, What is thy petition, queen Esther? and it shall be granted thee: and what is thy request? and it shall be performed, even to the half of the kingdom. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard Bibleand as they drank their wine on that second day, the king asked once more, “Queen Esther, what is your petition? It will be given to you. What is your request? Even up to half the kingdom, it will be fulfilled.” World English Bible The king said again to Esther on the second day at the banquet of wine, “What is your petition, queen Esther? It shall be granted you. What is your request? Even to the half of the kingdom it shall be performed.” Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand the king says to Esther also on the second day, during the banquet of wine, “What [is] your petition, Esther, O queen? And it is given to you; and what [is] your request? To the half of the kingdom—and it is done.” Berean Literal Bible And the king said to Esther also on the second day at the feast of the wine, “What is your petition, Esther the queen? And it shall be given to you. And what is your request? As much as half of the kingdom, and it shall be done.” Young's Literal Translation and the king saith to Esther also on the second day, during the banquet of wine, 'What is thy petition, Esther, O queen? and it is given to thee; and what thy request? unto the half of the kingdom -- and it is done.' Smith's Literal Translation And the king will say to Esther also in the second day at the drinking of wine, What thy asking, queen Esther? and it shall be given to thee: and what thy seeking? even to the half of the kingdom and it shall be done. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd the king said to her again the second day, after he was warm with wine: What is thy petition, Esther, that it may be granted thee? and what wilt thou have done: although thou ask the half of my kingdom, thou shalt have it. Catholic Public Domain Version New American Bible Again, on this second day, as they were drinking wine, the king said to Esther, “Whatever you ask, Queen Esther, shall be granted you. Whatever request you make, even for half the kingdom, shall be honored.” New Revised Standard Version On the second day, as they were drinking wine, the king again said to Esther, “What is your petition, Queen Esther? It shall be granted you. And what is your request? Even to the half of my kingdom, it shall be fulfilled.” Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd the king said again to Esther on the second day of the banquet of wine, What is your petition and what is your request? It shall be granted you, even to the half of the kingdom. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And the King said to Esthir also on that day of the banquet of wine: “What is your request and your supplication? Unto the half of my kingdom, it shall be done for you!” OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And the king said again unto Esther on the second day at the banquet of wine: 'Whatever thy petition, queen Esther, it shall be granted thee; and whatever thy request, even to the half of the kingdom, it shall be performed.' Brenton Septuagint Translation And the king said to Esther at the banquet on the second day, What is it, queen Esther? and what is thy request, and what is thy petition? and it shall be done for thee, to the half of my kingdom. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Esther Pleads for Her People1So the king and Haman went to dine with Esther the queen, 2and as they drank their wine on that second day, the king asked once more, “Queen Esther, what is your petition? It will be given to you. What is your request? Even up to half the kingdom, it will be fulfilled.” 3Queen Esther replied, “If I have found favor in your sight, O king, and if it pleases the king, grant me my life as my petition, and the lives of my people as my request.… Cross References and as they drank their wine on that second day, Esther 5:6 And as they drank their wine, the king said to Esther, “What is your petition? It will be given to you. What is your request? Even up to half the kingdom, it will be fulfilled.” Esther 1:10 On the seventh day, when the king’s heart was merry with wine, he ordered the seven eunuchs who served him—Mehuman, Biztha, Harbona, Bigtha, Abagtha, Zethar, and Carkas— Ecclesiastes 9:7 Go, eat your bread with joy, and drink your wine with a cheerful heart, for God has already approved your works: the king asked once more, Esther 5:2 As soon as the king saw Queen Esther standing in the court, she found favor in his sight. The king extended the gold scepter in his hand toward Esther, and she approached and touched the tip of the scepter. 1 Kings 3:5 One night at Gibeon the LORD appeared to Solomon in a dream, and God said, “Ask, and I will give it to you!” Luke 18:1 Then Jesus told them a parable about their need to pray at all times and not lose heart: “Queen Esther, what is your petition? Esther 4:8 Mordecai also gave Hathach a copy of the written decree issued in Susa for the destruction of the Jews, to show and explain to Esther, urging her to approach the king, implore his favor, and plead before him for her people. 1 Kings 8:59 And may these words with which I have made my petition before the LORD be near to the LORD our God day and night, so that He may uphold the cause of His servant and of His people Israel as each day requires, Hebrews 4:16 Let us then approach the throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need. It will be given to you. Matthew 7:7 Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and the door will be opened to you. Luke 11:9 So I tell you: Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and the door will be opened to you. Mark 11:24 Therefore I tell you, whatever you ask for in prayer, believe that you have received it, and it will be yours. What is your request? Nehemiah 2:4-5 “What is your request?” replied the king. So I prayed to the God of heaven / and answered the king, “If it pleases the king, and if your servant has found favor in your sight, I ask that you send me to Judah, to the city where my fathers are buried, so that I may rebuild it.” Luke 18:41 “What do you want Me to do for you?” “Lord,” he said, “let me see again.” Philippians 4:6 Be anxious for nothing, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. Even up to half the kingdom, it will be fulfilled.” Esther 5:3 “What is it, Queen Esther?” the king inquired. “What is your request? Even up to half the kingdom, it will be given to you.” Treasury of Scripture And the king said again to Esther on the second day at the banquet of wine, What is your petition, queen Esther? and it shall be granted you: and what is your request? and it shall be performed, even to the half of the kingdom. the king said. Esther 5:6 And the king said unto Esther at the banquet of wine, What is thy petition? and it shall be granted thee: and what is thy request? even to the half of the kingdom it shall be performed. John 16:24 Hitherto have ye asked nothing in my name: ask, and ye shall receive, that your joy may be full. Jump to Previous Banquet Drank Drinking Esther Fulfilled Granted Half Kingdom Performed Petition Prayer Queen Request Second Whatever WineJump to Next Banquet Drank Drinking Esther Fulfilled Granted Half Kingdom Performed Petition Prayer Queen Request Second Whatever WineEsther 7 1. Esther, entertaining the king and Haman, pleads for her own life, and her people's.5. She accuses Haman. 7. The king in his anger, understanding of the gallows Haman had made for Mordecai, 10. causes Haman to be hanged thereon. and as they drank their wine on that second day This phrase indicates the continuation of a banquet, a common setting for royal decisions in the Persian Empire. Banquets were significant in Persian culture, often used for political and social purposes. The "second day" suggests a period of deliberation and anticipation, highlighting the gravity of Esther's request. This setting is reminiscent of other biblical feasts where significant events unfold, such as the Last Supper in the New Testament. the king asked once more “Queen Esther, what is your petition? It will be given to you. What is your request? Even up to half the kingdom, it will be fulfilled.” Persons / Places / Events 1. King Ahasuerus (Xerxes I)The Persian king who is hosting the banquet. He is known for his wealth and power, and his willingness to grant Esther's request shows his favor towards her. 2. Queen Esther A Jewish queen of Persia, who is strategically using her position to save her people. Her courage and wisdom are central to the account. 3. The Banquet This is the second banquet Esther has prepared for the king and Haman. It is a setting of both celebration and tension, as Esther plans to reveal Haman's plot. 4. Haman Although not mentioned in this specific verse, he is present at the banquet. He is the antagonist who has plotted against the Jews, and his fate is about to be sealed. 5. The Persian Empire The setting of the account, representing a vast and diverse kingdom where the events unfold. Teaching Points The Power of InfluenceEsther's position as queen gives her a unique opportunity to influence the king. We should recognize and use our own positions and opportunities to advocate for justice and righteousness. Courage in the Face of Danger Esther's willingness to risk her life for her people is a powerful example of courage. We are called to stand up for what is right, even when it is risky. God's Sovereignty and Timing The timing of Esther's request is crucial. We should trust in God's perfect timing and be patient as we wait for His plans to unfold. The Importance of Preparation Esther's careful preparation of the banquets shows the importance of planning and wisdom in achieving our goals. We should seek God's guidance in our preparations. The Role of Prayer and Fasting Although not mentioned in this verse, Esther's earlier call for prayer and fasting (Esther 4:16) underscores the importance of seeking God's help in times of need. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Esther 7:2?2. How does Esther 7:2 demonstrate God's providence in Esther's bold request to the king? 3. What can we learn from Esther's courage in approaching the king with her plea? 4. How does Esther 7:2 connect with God's promises in Romans 8:28? 5. In what ways can we apply Esther's example of faith in our challenges? 6. How does the king's offer in Esther 7:2 reflect God's generosity to us? 7. What does Esther 7:2 reveal about God's providence in human affairs? 8. How does Esther 7:2 demonstrate the theme of justice in the Bible? 9. Why is Esther's request significant in the context of Esther 7:2? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Esther 7? 11. What promises define the Davidic Covenant? 12. Do 2 Kings 13:7's figures of 50 horsemen and 10 chariots conflict with known military realities, or is there supporting archaeological evidence? 13. Esther 7:7 - Why would King Ahasuerus suddenly abandon the feast in anger without prior indications of Haman's treachery in earlier records of Persian court life? 14. Hosea 8:7: Is the prophecy about reaping the whirlwind hyperbole, or did Israel actually face proportional devastation? What Does Esther 7:2 Mean As they drank their wine on that second dayEsther’s second banquet signals a deliberate pause in God’s unfolding plan (Esther 5:8; 7:1). The scene is relaxed—wine is flowing, defenses are low, and hearts are exposed. Scripture often shows meals as moments when pivotal decisions surface (Genesis 43:34; Luke 22:14-20). Here, the Spirit has arranged perfect timing: Haman’s pride has peaked, the king’s curiosity has ripened, and Esther’s courage is fully formed (Proverbs 16:9). The king asked once more Xerxes had already offered Esther anything she desired at the first banquet (Esther 5:3). His repeated question underscores urgency and divine persistence—God moves even pagan rulers to keep the door open (Nehemiah 2:4-6; Proverbs 21:1). When a matter is repeated in Scripture, the Lord is emphasizing its certainty (Genesis 41:32). The king’s question sets the stage for Esther’s long-delayed disclosure: evil must be unmasked, and God ensures the opportunity will not slip away. “Queen Esther, what is your petition? It will be given to you.” The term “petition” points to personal need. Providence has forged Esther’s identity—she is no longer an orphan in exile but “Queen,” positioned “for such a time as this” (Esther 4:14). The king’s pledge sounds absolute, yet behind it stands the Sovereign who truly guarantees results (1 Samuel 1:17; Philippians 4:6-7). Notice the immediate assurance: “It will be given to you.” In Christ we have an even greater confidence when we approach the throne of grace (Hebrews 4:16; 1 John 5:14-15). “What is your request? Even up to half the kingdom, it will be fulfilled.” Ancient monarchs used this hyperbole to express lavish generosity (Mark 6:23). Xerxes rules 127 provinces (Esther 1:1), yet he freely offers half—a picture of God’s willingness to “do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine” (Ephesians 3:20). Still, the Lord restrains human authority; the real kingdom remains His alone (Psalm 24:1; Daniel 4:34-35). Esther seeks not personal gain but salvation for her people, foreshadowing Christ’s own selfless intercession (John 17:9-11). Application for today • God orchestrates timing: delays may position us for decisive impact. • Bold, respectful persistence can open doors even in hostile environments. • Our identity in Christ emboldens our petitions; we ask for kingdom purposes, not selfish ambitions (James 4:3). • Earthly power is limited, but God’s authority is boundless; trust Him above all human promises (Psalm 146:3-6). summary Esther 7:2 captures the climactic moment God has prepared: in a relaxed banquet setting, Xerxes is divinely prompted to press Esther again, guaranteeing her safety and pledging extravagant favor. Esther’s royal identity, the king’s repeated invitation, and the generous “half the kingdom” offer all converge to reveal God’s unseen hand, urging His people to trust His timing, speak with courage, and seek deliverance that magnifies His glory. VII.(2) What is thy petition?--The king takes for granted that Esther's invitations to her banquets do not constitute her real request, but merely prepare the way for it. Verse 2. - And the king said again. Esther had promised to let her real request be known at this banquet (Esther 5:8). The king therefore once more gives her the opportunity. On the second day. On the second occasion of being entertained by Esther.Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew and as they drankבְּמִשְׁתֵּ֣ה (bə·miš·têh) Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 4960: Drink, drinking, a banquet, feast their wine הַיַּ֔יִן (hay·ya·yin) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 3196: Wine, intoxication on the second הַשֵּׁנִי֙ (haš·šê·nî) Article | Number - ordinal masculine singular Strong's 8145: Second (an ordinal number) day, בַּיּ֤וֹם (bay·yō·wm) Preposition-b, Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 3117: A day the king הַמֶּ֨לֶךְ (ham·me·leḵ) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 4428: A king asked וַיֹּאמֶר֩ (way·yō·mer) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 559: To utter, say once more, גַּ֣ם (gam) Conjunction Strong's 1571: Assemblage, also, even, yea, though, both, and “Queen הַמַּלְכָּ֖ה (ham·mal·kāh) Article | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 4436: Queen -- a queen Esther, אֶסְתֵּ֥ר (’es·têr) Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 635: Esther -- 'star', Ahasuerus' queen who delivered Israel what [is] מַה־ (mah-) Interrogative Strong's 4100: What?, what!, indefinitely what your petition? שְּׁאֵלָתֵ֛ךְ (šə·’ê·lā·ṯêḵ) Noun - feminine singular construct | second person feminine singular Strong's 7596: Request, thing asked for It will be given וְתִנָּ֣תֵֽן (wə·ṯin·nā·ṯên) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Nifal - Conjunctive imperfect - third person feminine singular Strong's 5414: To give, put, set to you. לָ֑ךְ (lāḵ) Preposition | second person feminine singular Strong's Hebrew What [is] וּמַה־ (ū·mah-) Conjunctive waw | Interrogative Strong's 4100: What?, what!, indefinitely what your request? בַּקָּשָׁתֵ֛ךְ (baq·qā·šā·ṯêḵ) Noun - feminine singular construct | second person feminine singular Strong's 1246: Request, entreaty Even up to עַד־ (‘aḏ-) Preposition Strong's 5704: As far as, even to, up to, until, while half חֲצִ֥י (ḥă·ṣî) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 2677: The half, middle the kingdom, הַמַּלְכ֖וּת (ham·mal·ḵūṯ) Article | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 4438: Royalty, royal power, reign, kingdom it will be fulfilled.” וְתֵעָֽשׂ׃ (wə·ṯê·‘āś) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Nifal - Conjunctive imperfect Jussive - third person feminine singular Strong's 6213: To do, make Links Esther 7:2 NIVEsther 7:2 NLT Esther 7:2 ESV Esther 7:2 NASB Esther 7:2 KJV Esther 7:2 BibleApps.com Esther 7:2 Biblia Paralela Esther 7:2 Chinese Bible Esther 7:2 French Bible Esther 7:2 Catholic Bible OT History: Esther 7:2 The king said again to Esther (Est Esth. 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