Memucan was one of the seven princes of Persia and Media who served as advisors to King Ahasuerus (Esther 1:14). When Queen Vashti refused to appear before the king and his guests during a royal feast, Memucan was the one who advised the king on how to handle the situation (Esther 1:16). He suggested that Vashti's behavior could set a precedent for other women in the kingdom to disrespect their husbands. Memucan proposed that the king issue a decree deposing Vashti and selecting a new queen, to serve as an example to all women to honor their husbands (Esther 1:16,21). The king followed Memucan's advice, and Vashti was removed from her position as queen (Esther 1:21).
Memucan
EnglishA man living at the time of Exile and Return, first mentioned at Est.1.14.