Esther 6:7
New International Version
So he answered the king, “For the man the king delights to honor,

New Living Translation
So he replied, “If the king wishes to honor someone,

English Standard Version
And Haman said to the king, “For the man whom the king delights to honor,

Berean Standard Bible
And Haman told the king, “For the man whom the king is delighted to honor,

King James Bible
And Haman answered the king, For the man whom the king delighteth to honour,

New King James Version
And Haman answered the king, “For the man whom the king delights to honor,

New American Standard Bible
Therefore Haman said to the king, “For the man whom the king desires to honor,

NASB 1995
Then Haman said to the king, “For the man whom the king desires to honor,

NASB 1977
Then Haman said to the king, “For the man whom the king desires to honor,

Legacy Standard Bible
Then Haman said to the king, “For the man whom the king delights to honor,

Amplified Bible
So Haman said to the king, “For the man whom the king desires to honor,

Christian Standard Bible
Haman told the king, “For the man the king wants to honor:

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Haman told the king, “For the man the king wants to honor:

American Standard Version
And Haman said unto the king, For the man whom the king delighteth to honor,

Contemporary English Version
So he replied, "Your Majesty, if you wish to honor a man,

English Revised Version
And Haman said unto the king, For the man whom the king delighteth to honour,

GOD'S WORD® Translation
So Haman told the king, "This is what should be done:

International Standard Version
Haman answered the king, "For a man whom the king desires to honor,

Majority Standard Bible
And Haman told the king, ?For the man whom the king is delighted to honor,

NET Bible
So Haman said to the king, "For the man whom the king wishes to honor,

New Heart English Bible
Haman said to the king, "For the man whom the king delights to honor,

Webster's Bible Translation
And Haman answered the king, For the man whom the king delighteth to honor,

World English Bible
Haman said to the king, “For the man whom the king delights to honor,
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And Haman says to the king, “The man in whose honor the king has delighted,

Young's Literal Translation
And Haman saith unto the king, 'The man in whose honour the king hath delighted,

Smith's Literal Translation
And Haman will say to the king, The man whom the king delighted in his honor,
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Answered: The man whom the king desireth to honour,

Catholic Public Domain Version
answered, “The man whom the king wishes to honor,

New American Bible
So he replied to the king: “For the man whom the king wishes to honor

New Revised Standard Version
So Haman said to the king, “For the man whom the king wishes to honor,
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And Haman answered the king, For the man whom the king delights to honor,

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And Haman said to the King: “For the man in whose honor the King is delighted
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
And Haman said unto the king: 'For the man whom the king delighteth to honour,

Brenton Septuagint Translation
and he said to the king, As for the man whom the king wishes to honour,

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Mordecai is Honored
6Haman entered, and the king asked him, “What should be done for the man whom the king is delighted to honor?” Now Haman thought to himself, “Whom would the king be delighted to honor more than me?” 7And Haman told the king, “For the man whom the king is delighted to honor, 8have them bring a royal robe that the king himself has worn and a horse on which the king himself has ridden—one with a royal crest placed on its head.…

Cross References
Genesis 41:42-43
Then Pharaoh removed the signet ring from his finger, put it on Joseph’s finger, clothed him in garments of fine linen, and placed a gold chain around his neck. / He had Joseph ride in his second chariot, with men calling out before him, “Bow the knee!” So he placed him over all the land of Egypt.

Daniel 5:29
Then Belshazzar gave the command, and they clothed Daniel in purple, placed a gold chain around his neck, and proclaimed him the third highest ruler in the kingdom.

1 Samuel 18:4
And Jonathan removed the robe he was wearing and gave it to David, along with his tunic, his sword, his bow, and his belt.

1 Kings 1:33-35
“Take my servants with you,” said the king. “Set my son Solomon on my own mule and take him down to Gihon. / There Zadok the priest and Nathan the prophet are to anoint him king over Israel. You are to blow the ram’s horn and declare, ‘Long live King Solomon!’ / Then you shall go up with him, and he is to come and sit on my throne and reign in my place. For I have appointed him ruler over Israel and Judah.”

2 Kings 11:12
Then Jehoiada brought out the king’s son, put the crown on him, presented him with the Testimony, and proclaimed him king. They anointed him, and the people clapped their hands and declared, “Long live the king!”

2 Chronicles 20:21
Then Jehoshaphat consulted with the people and appointed those who would sing to the LORD and praise the splendor of His holiness. As they went out before the army, they were singing: “Give thanks to the LORD, for His loving devotion endures forever.”

Psalm 21:5
Great is his glory in Your salvation; You bestow on him splendor and majesty.

Psalm 45:3-5
Strap your sword at your side, O mighty warrior; appear in your majesty and splendor. / In your splendor ride forth in victory on behalf of truth and humility and justice; may your right hand show your awesome deeds. / Your arrows pierce the hearts of the king’s foes; the nations fall beneath your feet.

Proverbs 27:2
Let another praise you, and not your own mouth—a stranger, and not your own lips.

Isaiah 62:3
You will be a crown of glory in the hand of the LORD, a royal diadem in the palm of your God.

Zechariah 6:11
Take silver and gold, make an ornate crown, and set it on the head of the high priest, Joshua son of Jehozadak.

Matthew 21:7-9
They brought the donkey and the colt and laid their cloaks on them, and Jesus sat on them. / A massive crowd spread their cloaks on the road, while others cut branches from the trees and spread them on the road. / The crowds that went ahead of Him and those that followed were shouting: “Hosanna to the Son of David!” “Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord!” “Hosanna in the highest!”

Mark 11:7-10
Then they led the colt to Jesus and threw their cloaks over it, and He sat on it. / Many in the crowd spread their cloaks on the road, while others spread branches they had cut from the fields. / The ones who went ahead and those who followed were shouting: “Hosanna!” “Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord!” ...

Luke 19:35-38
Then they led the colt to Jesus, threw their cloaks over it, and put Jesus on it. / As He rode along, the people spread their cloaks on the road. / And as He approached the descent from the Mount of Olives, the whole multitude of disciples began to praise God joyfully in a loud voice for all the miracles they had seen: ...

John 12:13
They took palm branches and went out to meet Him, shouting: “Hosanna!” “Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord!” “Blessed is the King of Israel!”


Treasury of Scripture

And Haman answered the king, For the man whom the king delights to honor,

whom the king, etc.

Esther 6:7
And Haman answered the king, For the man whom the king delighteth to honour,

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Esther 6
1. Xerxes, reading of the good service done by Mordecai, takes care for his reward.
4. Haman, coming to ask that Mordecai might be hanged,
10. gives counsel that he might do him honor.
12. Complaining of this, his friends tell him of his final destiny.














And Haman told the king,
In this scene, Haman is speaking to King Xerxes (Ahasuerus) of Persia. Haman, the king's highest official, is unaware that the king intends to honor Mordecai, whom Haman despises. This moment is pivotal in the narrative, showcasing the theme of irony and reversal that is prevalent throughout the Book of Esther. Haman's assumption that he is the one to be honored highlights his pride and foreshadows his downfall. The interaction between Haman and the king also reflects the Persian court's hierarchical structure, where the king's favor is paramount.

“For the man whom the king is delighted to honor,
This phrase underscores the king's authority and the importance of royal favor in the Persian Empire. The king's delight is a significant factor in determining the status and rewards of individuals within the kingdom. In the broader biblical context, this reflects the theme of divine providence, where God orchestrates events for His purposes, often using the decisions of earthly rulers. The concept of honor in this context is tied to public recognition and reward, which is a recurring theme in biblical narratives, such as Joseph's rise to power in Egypt (Genesis 41:41-43). The phrase also foreshadows the ultimate honor given to Jesus Christ, who, though initially rejected, is exalted by God (Philippians 2:9-11).

Persons / Places / Events
1. Haman
A high-ranking official in the Persian Empire, known for his pride and his plot to destroy the Jewish people. In this verse, he is speaking to King Xerxes, unaware that the king intends to honor Mordecai, his enemy.

2. King Xerxes (Ahasuerus)
The Persian king who is seeking to honor someone who has done a great service to him. He is pivotal in the unfolding of God's providential plan for the Jews.

3. Mordecai
Though not mentioned directly in this verse, Mordecai is the one whom the king wishes to honor. He is a Jew who previously saved the king's life by uncovering a plot against him.

4. The Persian Empire
The setting of the Book of Esther, where the Jewish people are living in exile. The events take place in the royal court of Susa.

5. The Royal Court
The location where this conversation takes place, highlighting the political and social dynamics at play.
Teaching Points
The Danger of Pride
Haman's assumption that he is the one to be honored reveals the blinding nature of pride. Believers are called to humility, recognizing that honor comes from God.

God's Sovereignty
The unfolding events in Esther demonstrate God's control over history. Even when His presence is not overtly mentioned, His hand is at work.

The Reversal of Fortunes
The account of Esther is a powerful reminder that God can turn situations around for His glory and the good of His people.

Faithfulness in Exile
Mordecai's faithfulness, even in a foreign land, is a model for believers to remain steadfast in their faith regardless of their circumstances.

The Importance of Timing
God's timing is perfect, as seen in the way events unfold in Esther. Believers are encouraged to trust in God's timing in their own lives.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
And Haman
הָמָ֖ן (hā·mān)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 2001: Haman -- to rage, be turbulent

told
וַיֹּ֥אמֶר (way·yō·mer)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 559: To utter, say

the king,
הַמֶּ֑לֶךְ (ham·me·leḵ)
Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 4428: A king

“For the man
אִ֕ישׁ (’îš)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 376: A man as an individual, a male person

whom
אֲשֶׁ֥ר (’ă·šer)
Pronoun - relative
Strong's 834: Who, which, what, that, when, where, how, because, in order that

the king
הַמֶּ֖לֶךְ (ham·me·leḵ)
Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 4428: A king

is delighted
חָפֵ֥ץ (ḥā·p̄êṣ)
Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 2654: To incline to, to bend, to be pleased with, desire

to honor,
בִּיקָרֽוֹ׃ (bî·qā·rōw)
Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 3366: Value, wealth, costliness, dignity


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