Esther 1:11-13

New Catholic Bible

¹¹ He ordered them to bring the queen into his presence, wearing the royal crown, so he could show her off to the officials and all his guests, for she was lovely to look at. ¹² But Queen Vashti refused to come at the official command issued through the eunuchs. This embarrassed the king and made him furious.

¹³ Since it was his custom to consult experts in matters of law and justice, the king consulted with the wise men who understood the laws.