Commentaries on esther by matthew henry, paperback. The main characters of this religion, religion story are. His rich exposition and useful applications are perfect for devotional reading and sermon help. Esther 1 matthew henrys commentary on the whole bible. Esther chapter 5 matthew henry complete commentary on. The book of esther does not mention the name of god. Now all the acts of his power and his might, and the account of the greatness of mordecai, to which the king advanced him, are they not written in the book of the chronicles of the kings of media and persia. Esther 2 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary, filling six volumes, provides an exhaustive look at every verse in the bible. The king in humour, and haman out of humour, meet at esther s table. Study esther 1 using matthew henrys bible commentary concise to better understand scripture with full outline and verse meaning. Esther chapter 4 matthew henry complete commentary on. Esther free bible commentary in easy english easyenglish bible.
Esther chapter 7 matthew henry complete commentary on. Esther chapter 3 verse by verse bible commentary matthew. Esther chapter 8 matthew henry complete commentary on. But when wine is in, mens reason departs from them. Upon what provocation, and by what arts, haman the amalekite obtained an order for the destruction of all the jews, ch. How the providence of god watched over the jews that had returned out of captivity to their own land, and what great and kind things were done for them, we read in the two foregoing books. Henrys wellknown exposition of the old and new testaments 17081710 is a commentary of a practical and devotional rather than of a critical kind, covering the whole of the old testament, and the gospels and acts in the new testament. Haman, for his sake, vows to be revenged upon all the jews, esther 3. Study esther 1 using matthew henry bible commentary complete to better. Nothing like soothing background music and a text to speech robot reading matthew henry to you to increase your bliss in the lord, haha. The last news we had of haman left him in his cups, esther 3.
Esther is the last of the historical books of the bible, so its main character is. Matthew henrys commentary on the whole biblebook of esther kindle edition by henry, matthew. He, upon a malicious suggestion, obtains an order from the king to have the all massacred upon a certain day, esther 3. Esther 2 commentary matthew henry commentary on the. Restoring daily worship to the christian household. The matthew henrys commentary book series by matthew henry includes books commentary on the whole bible, volume 2 of 6, joshua to esther, commentary on the whole bible, volume 3 of 6, job to song of solomon, commentary on the whole bible volume iv isaiah to malachi, and several more. He that had rule over 127 provinces, had no rule over his.
Matthew henrys concise commentary on the bible is available in the public domain. This also must be remembered, that wherever this feast should be kept, and this history read in explication of it, this which she did might be told for a memorial of her. Two things are recorded in this chapter, which were working towards the deliverance of the jews from hamans conspiracy. Matthew henry has 569 books on goodreads with 12203 ratings. The pride of ahasueruss heart rising with the grandeur of his kingdom, he made an extravagant feast. Esther 6 commentary matthew henry commentary on the. The first edition of the novel was published in january 1st 1710, and was written by matthew henry.
We might even think that he does not care about us. For 300 years, matthew henrys commentary has been a favorite of teachers, preachers, and laypeople. Read esther 1 commentary using matthew henry commentary on the whole bible complete. Esther chapter 3 matthew henry complete commentary on. Study esther using matthew henrys bible commentary concise to better understand scripture with full outline and verse meaning. Public calamities, that oppress the church of god, should affect our hearts more than any private affliction, and it is peculiarly distressing to occasion sufferings to. Matthew henrys commentary on the whole biblebook of esther. Matthew henry commentary on esther 1 esther 2 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary, filling six volumes, provides an exhaustive look at every verse in the bible. Read esther 6 commentary using matthew henry commentary on the whole bible complete. How should we pray for the salvation of our relatives. How esther came to be queen and mordecai to be great at court, who were to be the instruments of the intended deliverance, esther 1.
Superiors should be careful not to command what may reasonably be disobeyed. Free download or read online matthew henrys commentary on the whole bible pdf epub book. Matthew henry commentary on esther 1 bible commentary en ot matthewhenry esther contact website you can contact us through this form, or directly through mobilewhatsapp. Esther 1 commentary old testament matthew henry st. Books by matthew henry author of matthew henrys commentary. He is best known for the sixvolume biblical commentary exposition of the old and new testaments. Esther 2 commentary matthew henrys complete commentary.
See all 2 formats and editions hide other formats and editions. Esther in her joys, smiled upon by the king and honoured with his company at her banquet of wine, esther 5. We find in this book, that even those jews who were scattered in the province of the heathen, were taken care of, and were wonderfully preserved, when threatened with destruction. The king urged esther, a third time, to tell him what her request was, for he longed to know, and repeated his promise that it should be granted, v. The following are five of the most helpful commentaries on.
Commentary on esther 2 by matthew henry blue letter bible. Esther presents her petition to the king for her life and the life of her people, esther 7. When esther, in peril of her life, came before the king, he repealed the edict, v. Sep 01, 1986 matthew henry was an english nonconformist clergyman. Seasons of peculiar festivity often end in vexation. Esther 5 the last news we had of haman left him in his cups, esther 3. Our last news of queen esther left her in tears, fasting and praying. Matthew henry 18 october 1662 22 june 1714 was an english commentator on the bible, who published his works in 1706, sixvolume exposition of the old and new testaments 17081710 or complete commentary, provides an exhaustive verse by verse study of the bible, covering the whole of the old testament, and the gospels and acts in the new testament. Esther 1 commentary vashtis refusal to appear, the kings. Comprehensive, this commentary provides instruction and encouragement throughout. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. Study the bible online using commentary on esther 6 and more. So one was commanded to bring the book of the records of the chronicles.
Matthew henry s commentary on the whole bible is wellknown and wellloved. And king ahasuerus imposed tribute on the land and on the islands of the sea. Esther 1 commentary matthew henry commentary on the. Esther overview, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary, filling six volumes, provides an exhaustive look at every verse in the bible. Esther overview matthew henrys complete commentary on the. Upon what provocation, and by what arts, haman the amalekite obtained an order for the destruction of all the jews, esther 3.
With practical observations, of the book of esther. We find in this book that even those jews who were scattered in the provinces of the heathen were taken care of. The book was published in multiple languages including english, consists of and is available in hardcover format. Perhaps he would have this book of business read to him that he might improve time and be forming some useful projects. Joshua to esther hardcover january 1, 2000 by matthew henry author 5. Matthew henrys most popular book is matthew henrys commentary on the whole bible. If the king had now forgotten that esther had an errand to him, and had not again asked what it was, she could. He did not always interpret scripture l iterally and so was amillennial he interpreted revelation as a historicist which led him to interpret the.
Though the name of god be not in this book, the finger of god is shown by minute events for. Matthew henry 18 october 1662 22 june 1714 was an english commentator on the bible, who published his works in 1706, sixvolume exposition of the old and new testaments 17081710 or complete commentary, provides an. Study the bible online using commentary on esther and more. How esther came to be queen and mordecai to be great at court, who were to be the instruments of the intended deliverance, ch. Esther 8 we left the plotter hanging, and are now to see what becomes of his plot. Esther enquires into this case, and receives a particular account of it, esther 4. This order is dispersed through the kingdom, esther 3. Commentary on the book of esther by matthew henry old.
Esther 7 we are now to attend the second banquet to which the king and haman were invited. The matthew henry s commentary book series by matthew henry includes books commentary on the whole bible, volume 2 of 6, joshua to esther, commentary on the whole bible, volume 3 of 6, job to song of solomon, commentary on the whole bible volume iv isaiah to malachi, and several more. Henry s wellknown exposition of the old and new testaments 17081710 is a commentary of a practical and devotional rather than of a critical kind, covering the whole of the old testament, and the gospels and acts in the new testament. How the providence of god watched over the jews that had.
Mordecai urges her to intercede with the king for a revocation of the edict, esther 4. Matthew henry was an english nonconformist clergyman. Esther chapter 4 matthew henry concise commentary on. Several things in this chapter itself are very instructive and of great use. Esther s good services to the church, to her immortal honour. Matthew henrys commentary on the whole biblebook of. Esther objects the danger of addressing the king uncalled, esther 4.
Esther 1 several things in this chapter itself are very instructive and of great use. A free bible version and commentary on the old testament book of esther in easy english. Esther chapter 5 verse by verse bible commentary matthew. Esther 1 commentary vashtis refusal to appear, the king. David guzik commentary on esther 1, where queen vashti refuses to display her. Adam clarke commentary on esther 17601832 clarke was methodist, wesleyan, arminian, e. Matthew henry s commentary of the whole bible, volume 2. Matthew henrys commentary of the whole bible, volume 2.
It is in effect done by another edict, here published, empowering the jews to stand up in their own defence against their enemies, esther 8. Commentaries on esther is a classic overview of the book of esther. Matters are concerted between mordecai and esther for the preventing of it. Matthew henrys commentary on the whole bible old testament. Gods providence made way for esther to the crown, and defeated hamans wicked project, even before it.
Esther 1 bible commentary matthew henry complete christianity. Matthew henry s commentary on the whole bible old testament. Esther earnestly intercedes for the reversing of the edict against them, esther 8. It is a deeply profound and moving narrative of historical events that displayed the providence of god. Jan 01, 2000 matthew henry s commentary of the whole bible, volume 2. It has been well said that the book of esther is a record of wonders without a miracle, and therefore, though equally revealing the glory of the lord, it sets it forth in another fashion from that which is displayed in the overthrow of pharaoh by. Read esther commentary using matthew henry commentary on the whole bible complete. Esther overview matthew henrys complete commentary on. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading matthew henrys commentary on the whole biblebook of esther. Esther chapter 1 matthew henry complete commentary on. Matthew henry jfb commentary wesleys notes geneva study bible.
Study the bible online using commentary on esther 1 and more. In the hebrew bible, the book of esther is found in the third section of the canon, the writings. Esther commentary matthew henry commentary on the whole. Ahasueruss feast ended in heaviness, by his own folly.
Matthew henry 18 october 1662 22 june 1714 was a nonconformist minister and author, born in wales but spent much of his life in england. The book of esther shows how the hand of god can move in a supernaturallynatural way. Commentaries on esther by matthew henry, paperback barnes. Esther 1 bible commentary matthew henry concise christianity. Pdf matthew henrys commentary on the whole bible book by. Public calamities, that oppress the church of god, should affect our hearts more than any private affliction, and it is peculiarly distressing to occasion sufferings to others. Though the name of god be not in this book, the finger of god is shown by minute events for the bringing about his peoples deliverance. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading matthew henrys. She plainly tells the king that haman is the man who designed her ruin and the ruin of all her friends, esther 7. Mordecai refuses to give him the honour he demands, esther 3. We find in this book, that even those jews who were scattered in the province of the heathen, were taken care of. Esther 1 commentary matthew henry commentary on the whole. Esther 9 commentary matthew henry commentary on the. We find in this book that even those jews who were scattered in the provinces of the heathen were taken care of, as well.
His commentary is aimed primarily at explanation and edification, as opposed to textual research. Williamss extensive 1828 account of henrys life and writings. The writer of the book of esther probably wanted his readers to realise that god is always in control. Read esther 2 commentary using matthew henry commentary on the whole bible complete.
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