Translations
The drinking followed a royal decree — no one was to be forced — for the king had ordered all his household stewards to honour the wishes of each guest.
And the drinking was according to the decree — no one was to be compelled — for so the king had instructed every official of his household, to do according to each man's wish.
And the drinking was according to the law; none did compel: for so the king had appointed to all the officers of his house, that they should do according to every man's pleasure.
By order of the king, no limit was placed on the drinking, and every official of his household was to serve each man whatever he desired.

