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Ahasuerus (Xerxes I) Bible Study Guide

Ahasuerus (Xerxes I)

Ahasuerus (Xerxes I)

Persian king from India to Cush; husband of Vashti and later Esther.

Teaching prompt

Read about Ahasuerus (Xerxes I): "Persian king from India to Cush; husband of Vashti and later Esther." What does this teach us about God's plan?

Discussion questions

  1. How does Ahasuerus (Xerxes I)'s life connect to the promise that leads to Jesus?
  2. What would you have done in Ahasuerus (Xerxes I)'s place?
  3. Which scripture passage about Ahasuerus (Xerxes I) stands out most to you, and why?

Scripture

  • Esther 1:1
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