Meres
/MEE-reez/
Summary
Meres was one of the seven princes of Persia and Media who had access to the king and held the highest positions in the kingdom during the reign of Ahasuerus (Xerxes).
☩Identity
Meres was among the seven satraps or viziers of King Xerxes (Ahasuerus) who were consulted when Queen Vashti refused to appear before the king and his guests. These seven princes 'saw the king's face' and held the highest rank in the Persian kingdom. The name is derived from the Sanskrit meresh, meaning 'worthy.' Together with his fellow counselors, Meres advised the king on what should be done according to Persian law regarding Vashti's disobedience.
Key verses:Esther 1:14
Related Verses1 mention
Esther· 1 verse
References
- 1.John McClintock and James Strong, "Meres," in Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature, vol. VI (Harper & Brothers, 1867–1887).
- 2.F. N. Peloubet & M. A. Peloubet (ed.), "Meres," in Smith's Bible Dictionary (Porter & Coates, 1884).