Esther 7:4 · KJV
"For we are sold, I and my people, to be destroyed, to be slain, and to perish. But if we had been sold for bondmen and bondwomen, I had held my tongue, although the enemy could not countervail the king's damage."
King James Version
What does Esther 7:4 mean? →Passage Context
Reflection Questions
What does it mean for you to advocate for others?
How do you respond when you see injustice?
When have you felt the weight of responsibility for your community?
Life Application
Identify a cause you care about and take action to support it.
Engage with your community to understand their struggles.
People in This Verse
Esther, originally named Hadassah, was a Jewish woman who became queen of Persia. Her story illustrates themes of bravery and identity.
First appearance: Esther 2:5
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
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