# banquet # ## Definition: ## A banquet is large, formal meal that usually includes several food courses. * In ancient times, kings often served banquet meals to entertain political leaders and other important guests. * This could also be translated as, "elaborate meal" or "important feast" or "multi-course meal." ## Bible References: ## * [Daniel 05:10](https://door43.org/en/bible/notes/dan/05/10) * [Isaiah 05:11-12](https://door43.org/en/bible/notes/isa/05/11) * [Jeremiah 16:7-9](https://door43.org/en/bible/notes/jer/16/07) * [Luke 05:29-32](https://door43.org/en/bible/notes/luk/05/29) * [Song of Solomon 02:3-4](https://door43.org/en/bible/notes/sng/02/03)