Esther 7:9
Arabic Bible AVD 1999 (الكتاب المقدس)
فَقَالَ حَرْبُونَا، وَاحِدٌ مِنَ ٱلْخِصْيَانِ ٱلَّذِينَ بَيْنَ يَدَيِ ٱلْمَلِكِ: «هُوَذَا ٱلْخَشَبَةُ أَيْضًا ٱلَّتِي عَمِلَهَا هَامَانُ لِمُرْدَخَايَ ٱلَّذِي تَكَلَّمَ بِٱلْخَيْرِ نَحْوَ ٱلْمَلِكِ قَائِمَةٌ فِي بَيْتِ هَامَانَ، ٱرْتِفَاعُهَا خَمْسُونَ ذِرَاعًا». فَقَالَ ٱلْمَلِكُ: «ٱصْلِبُوهُ عَلَيْهَا».
What Does This Mean?
In this verse, Harbonah, a chamberlain, tells King Ahasuerus about a gallows that Haman had built to hang Mordecai, who had done good for the king. The king then orders Haman to be hanged on the gallows he had prepared for Mordecai. This shows justice being served.
Explained for Children
Imagine you're playing a game where someone set up a big penalty for your friend. But when your friend wins, the penalty is used on the one who set it up. That's kind of what happened here. A bad person set up a punishment for a good friend, but the bad person ended up getting the punishment instead.
Historical Background
The book of Esther was likely written around the 5th century BCE, probably by a Jewish scribe, for the Jewish people. It tells the story of how Esther, a Jewish queen, saved her people from destruction during the Persian Empire. The Persian court setting is crucial to understanding the social and political dynamics described.
Living It Out Today
In modern terms, imagine if someone at work tried to get you fired, but instead, their scheme backfired and they ended up getting fired. This verse reminds us that justice can sometimes come in unexpected ways, and it's important to stay true to doing what is right.
Topics
justiceretributionwisdombetrayalrighteousnessloyalty
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does this verse teach us about justice?
This verse teaches us that justice can sometimes come through unexpected means and that those who plot against others may face the consequences they intended for others.
Why is Mordecai's loyalty to the king significant?
Mordecai's loyalty to the king highlights the importance of faithfulness and how it can lead to unexpected blessings or protections, even in dire situations.
How does this verse fit into the broader story of Esther?
This verse is a pivotal moment in the story where the tables turn on Haman, showcasing the themes of loyalty and justice that run through the entire narrative.
What does the use of the gallows symbolize?
The use of the gallows symbolizes divine justice and irony, where Haman's own plan for Mordecai's death is turned against him, reflecting the idea of reaping what one sows.