Key Figures — Esther 3

3 figures

1. Haman

   Prime Minister of Persia and antagonist in the story of Esther.

   Haman is elevated by King Ahasuerus and becomes enraged when Mordecai refuses to bow to him. He plots to destroy all Jews in the Persian Empire.

   Related passages

   • Esther Chapter 5 (Haman's pride and plans against Mordecai)
   • Esther Chapter 7 (Haman's downfall and execution)

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   • #Antagonist
   • #Pride

2. Mordecai

   Jewish leader and cousin of Esther.

   Mordecai refuses to bow to Haman, which incites Haman's wrath and leads to the decree to annihilate the Jews.

   Related passages

   • Esther Chapter 2 (Mordecai's introduction and role in Esther's life)
   • Esther Chapter 4 (Mordecai's plea to Esther to intervene)

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   • #Faithful
   • #Courage

3. King Ahasuerus

   King of Persia who unwittingly authorizes Haman's decree against the Jews.

   King Ahasuerus promotes Haman and gives him authority, not realizing the full implications of Haman's plot against the Jews.

   Related passages

   • Esther Chapter 1 (Introduction of King Ahasuerus)
   • Esther Chapter 8 (Reversal of the decree against the Jews)

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   • #Authority
   • #Persia

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