Persian Empire Provinces

Description

An empire that stretched across the world

This map shows the vast reach of the Persian Empire during the time of Queen Esther—one of the largest empires the ancient world had ever seen. According to the book of Esther, King Xerxes ruled over 127 provinces, stretching from India in the east all the way to North Africa in the west.

This wasn’t just a large kingdom—it was a massive network of lands, cultures, and peoples connected under one ruler. From the Indus Valley to Egypt and beyond, the empire spanned roughly 2,800 miles (4,500 km), a distance comparable to crossing the entire United States.

At the center of it all was Susa, the royal city where Esther’s story unfolds. Decisions made there didn’t just affect one nation—they rippled across continents. When a decree was issued, it reached every corner of this enormous empire.

This map helps you see the scale of that world—how far the king’s authority extended, and how remarkable it is that one story, centered on one woman, could impact an empire of this size.

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What you get

• Custom-made for The Casual English Bible®
• High-resolution JPG image
• Map of the Persian Empire in the time of Queen Esther
• Clearly labeled regions and major provinces
• Geographic context from India to North Africa
• Available for immediate download
• Licensing available for publication