Esther 5:14 · KJV
"Then said Zeresh his wife and all his friends unto him, Let a gallows be made of fifty cubits high, and to morrow speak thou unto the king that Mordecai may be hanged thereon: then go thou in merrily with the king unto the banquet. And the thing pleased Haman; and he caused the gallows to be made."
King James Version
What does Esther 5:14 mean? →Passage Context
Reflection Questions
How do you deal with feelings of jealousy or resentment?
What does it mean for you to seek revenge?
When have you felt encouraged by others to act on negative feelings?
Life Application
Reflect on how holding onto resentment can affect your life and relationships.
Consider the influence of those around you when making important decisions.
People in This Verse
Haman was a high-ranking official in the Persian Empire and a key antagonist in the Book of Esther. His plot to annihilate the Jews demonstrates the dangers of pride and prejudice.
First appearance: Esther 3:1
The wife of Haman, who encouraged him in his plots against Mordecai.
First appearance: Esther 5:10
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