King Xerxes' Decision-Making Process in the Book of Esther

This chapter explores King Xerxes' decision-making approach in the book of Esther, highlighting his insecurity, habit of giving away half the kingdom, and the value placed on access to the king in Persian culture. It also discusses Esther's understanding of the dysfunctional institution and her shrewdness in finding a way to protect her people by countermanding the king's previous order.