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Cross-References — Esther 7

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  1. Esther 7:3referencesNehemiah 2:3-5

    In Esther 7:3, Queen Esther approaches King Ahasuerus with a request for her life and the life of her people, similar to how Nehemiah approaches King Artaxerxes with a request to rebuild Jerusalem. Both instances show the courage and faith required to make bold requests before a king.

    Thematic focusCourage, Intercession, Faith.

  2. Esther 7:6referencesPsalm 7:14-16

    Esther 7:6 reveals Haman as the adversary, and his plot against the Jews is exposed. Psalm 7:14-16 speaks of the wicked falling into the pit they have made, which parallels Haman's fate as he is hanged on the gallows he prepared for Mordecai.

    Thematic focusJustice, Retribution, Divine Providence.

  3. Esther 7:10referencesProverbs 26:27

    Esther 7:10 describes Haman being hanged on the gallows he built for Mordecai. Proverbs 26:27 warns that whoever digs a pit will fall into it, illustrating the principle of poetic justice seen in Haman's downfall.

    Thematic focusPoetic Justice, Consequences of Evil.

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