✨The Surprising Reality
Archaeologists in Susa uncovered a massive palace with banquet halls and columned courtyards—just as described in Esther.
🤔The Context Question
But here's what most people don't realize: the palace's layout aligns with the setting of the biblical queen's story.
📚What We Know
Excavations by French teams in the 19th century revealed features like throne rooms and Persian inscriptions naming Xerxes. Understanding the match requires overlaying the ruins with the Esther narrative.
Explore the Full Context
Jump to 480 BC and see exactly where Esther stood—discover how archaeology affirms the setting of her story.
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Susa
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person
Xerxes I
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📖Biblical References
📜Esther 1:1–8
Scripture references supporting this historical context