Esther 7:9 · KJV

"And Harbonah, one of the chamberlains, said before the king, Behold also, the gallows fifty cubits high, which Haman had made for Mordecai, who had spoken good for the king, standeth in the house of Haman. Then the king said, Hang him thereon."

King James Version

Passage Context

⁷And the king arising from the banquet of wine in his wrath went into the palace garden: and Haman stood up to make request for his life to Esther the queen; for he saw that there was evil determined against him by the king.

⁸Then the king returned out of the palace garden into the place of the banquet of wine; and Haman was fallen upon the bed whereon Esther was. Then said the king, Will he force the queen also before me in the house? As the word went out of the king's mouth, they covered Haman's face.

⁹And Harbonah, one of the chamberlains, said before the king, Behold also, the gallows fifty cubits high, which Haman had made for Mordecai, who had spoken good for the king, standeth in the house of Haman. Then the king said, Hang him thereon.

¹⁰So they hanged Haman on the gallows that he had prepared for Mordecai. Then was the king's wrath pacified.

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Reflection Questions

How do you respond when you see injustice?

What does standing up for others mean for you?

When have you felt the need to speak out against wrongdoing?

Life Application

courage

Consider how you can be courageous in standing up for what is right in your community.

advocacy

Think about ways you can advocate for those who cannot advocate for themselves.

People in This Verse

HamanOT

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

HarbonahOT

Harbonah is one of the king's chamberlains who plays a crucial role in revealing Haman's plot against Mordecai. His actions contribute to the downfall of Haman.

First appearance: Esther 7:9

MordecaiOT

Mordecai was Esther's cousin and guardian, known for his loyalty and wisdom. He played a crucial role in Esther's rise to prominence.

First appearance: Esther 2:5

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