Bible dictionary for children
Queen
A queen is a woman who rules a kingdom or holds a royal position as a king's wife.
In simple words
What does it mean?
A queen is a woman who rules a kingdom or holds a royal position as a king's wife. Her actual power depends on the setting.
Talk about it
Why does Esther need courage even though she is queen?
An example from the Bible
Esther becomes queen, but approaching the king still carries danger for her. Her royal title does not mean that every choice is easy or safe.
Read Esther 2:17 ↗A little more to explore
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Related reading: Esther 2:17
The king loved Esther more than all the women, and she obtained favor and kindness in his sight more than all the virgins; so that he set the royal crown on her head, and made her queen instead of Vashti.Full readings at eBible.org · World English Bible Classic. Read with an adult.
