# cupbearer #

## Definition: ##

In Old Testament times, a "cupbearer" was a king's servant who was given the task of bringing the king his cup of wine, usually tasting the wine first to make sure it had not been poisoned.

* The literal meaning of this term is "cup bringer" or "someone who brings the cup."
* A cupbearer was known for being very trustworthy and loyal to his king.
* Because of his trusted position, a cupbearer would often have influence in the decisions the ruler made.
* Nehemiah was the cupbearer for King Artaxerxes of Persia during the time when some of the Israelites were in captivity in Babylon.

(See also: [[other/artaxerxes]] **·** [[other/babylon]] **·** [[other/captive]] **·** [[other/persia]] **·** [[other/pharaoh]])

## Bible References: ##

* [1 Kings 10:3-5](en/tn/1ki/help/10/03)
* [Nehemiah 01:10-11](en/tn/neh/help/01/10)