Esther 9:7 names three of Haman's sons — Parshandatha, Dalphon, and Aspatha — among those put to death when the Jews defended themselves against their enemies. Their deaths belong to the frustrating of Haman's wicked plot to destroy and exterminate all the Jewish people under Medo-Persian rule. Haman was a descendant of Agag who by influence over the king had obtained a decree for their destruction.
The verse stands in the account of God's deliverance by a counter decree and reversal of the king's decree, which saved God's people from destruction. That reversal was effected through Mordecai, Esther, and their people. The deliverance brought the complete overthrow and defeat of their enemies and the triumph of God's people. It brought great joy after danger and trouble, illustrating that God's eternal purpose cannot be overthrown. The chapter gives the origin of the feast of Purim, named from Pur meaning lot for the casting of lots.
Esther 9:7 names three of Haman's sons — Parshandatha, Dalphon, and Aspatha — among those put to death when the Jews defended themselves against their enemies. Their deaths belong to the frustrating of Haman's wicked plot to destroy and exterminate all the Jewish people under Medo-Persian rule. Haman was a descendant of Agag who by influence over the king had obtained a decree for their destruction.
The verse stands in the account of God's deliverance by a counter decree and reversal of the king's decree, which saved God's people from destruction. That reversal was effected through Mordecai, Esther, and their people. The deliverance brought the complete overthrow and defeat of their enemies and the triumph of God's people. It brought great joy after danger and trouble, illustrating that God's eternal purpose cannot be overthrown. The chapter gives the origin of the feast of Purim, named from Pur meaning lot for the casting of lots.