Aridai is a figure mentioned in the Old Testament, specifically in the Book of Esther. He is one of the ten sons of Haman, the Agagite, who is a prominent antagonist in the narrative. Haman is known for his plot to annihilate the Jewish people throughout the Persian Empire during the reign of King Xerxes (Ahasuerus).

Biblical Reference:

Aridai is listed among the sons of Haman in Esther 9:9. The Berean Standard Bible states: "Parshandatha, Dalphon, Aspatha, Poratha, Adalia, Aridatha, Parmashta, Arisai, Aridai, and Vaizatha." These ten sons are significant in the account as they represent the lineage and legacy of Haman, who sought to destroy the Jews.

Historical and Cultural Context:

The Book of Esther is set in the Persian Empire during the reign of King Xerxes I, who ruled from 486 to 465 BC. Haman, an Agagite, is identified as a descendant of Agag, the king of the Amalekites, a people who were long-standing enemies of Israel. This historical enmity provides a backdrop for Haman's animosity towards the Jewish people.

Role in the Narrative:

Aridai, along with his brothers, is executed following the downfall of Haman. Esther 9:13-14 records Queen Esther's request to the king: "If it pleases the king, Esther replied, may the Jews in Susa also have tomorrow to carry out today's edict, and may the bodies of Haman's ten sons be hanged on the gallows." The king grants this request, and the ten sons, including Aridai, are hanged, signifying the complete defeat of Haman's household and the deliverance of the Jewish people.

Theological Significance:

The account of Aridai and his brothers serves as a testament to God's providential care and protection over His people. The narrative of Esther highlights themes of divine justice and reversal of fortunes, where the plans of the wicked are thwarted, and the righteous are vindicated. The downfall of Haman and his sons is seen as a fulfillment of God's promise to protect Israel from its enemies.

Commemoration:

The events of the Book of Esther, including the defeat of Haman and his sons, are commemorated annually in the Jewish festival of Purim. This celebration is marked by the reading of the Megillah (the Book of Esther), feasting, and rejoicing, as it remembers the deliverance of the Jewish people from their enemies.

In summary, Aridai, as one of Haman's sons, plays a role in the broader narrative of Esther, which underscores the themes of divine intervention and the triumph of God's people over their adversaries.Aridai

(the strong), ninth son of Haman. (Esther 9:9)

ARIDAI

ar'-i-di, a-rid'-a-i ('aridhay: a son of Haman (Esther 9:9)): The name may be related to the Persian Hari-dayas, "delight of Hari"; the text is very uncertain.

742. Ariday -- a son of Haman
... 741, 742. Ariday. 743 . a son of Haman. Transliteration: Ariday Phonetic
Spelling: (ar-ee-dah'-ee) Short Definition: Aridai. ... Aridai. ...
/hebrew/742.htm - 5kAridai (1 Occurrence)
... Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia ARIDAI. ...Aridai (1 Occurrence). Esther 9:9 Parmashta,
Arisai, Aridai, and Vaizatha, (WEB KJV JPS ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT NAS NIV). ...
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Ar'idai (1 Occurrence)
Ar'idai. Aridai, Ar'idai. Aridatha . Multi-Version Concordance Ar'idai (1
Occurrence). Esther 9:9 Parmashta, Arisai, Aridai, and Vaizatha, (See RSV). ...
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Vajezatha (1 Occurrence)
... Multi-Version Concordance Vajezatha (1 Occurrence). Esther 9:9 And Parmashta,
and Arisai, and Aridai, and Vajezatha, (KJV DBY WBS YLT). ...
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Vaiza'tha (1 Occurrence)
... Multi-Version Concordance Vaiza'tha (1 Occurrence). Esther 9:9 and Parmashta, and
Arisai, and Aridai, and Vaizatha, (See RSV). Vaizatha, Vaiza'tha. Vajezatha ...
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Vaizatha (1 Occurrence)
... See COPTIC VERSIONS. Multi-Version Concordance Vaizatha (1 Occurrence). Esther
9:9 Parmashta, Arisai, Aridai, and Vaizatha, (WEB JPS ASV BBE NAS NIV). ...
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Parmash'ta (1 Occurrence)
... Parmash'ta (1 Occurrence). Esther 9:9 and Parmashta, and Arisai, and Aridai, and
Vaizatha, (See RSV). Parmashta, Parmash'ta. Parmenas . Reference Bible.
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Parmashta (1 Occurrence)
... Multi-Version Concordance Parmashta (1 Occurrence). Esther 9:9 Parmashta, Arisai,
Aridai, and Vaizatha, (WEB KJV JPS ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT NAS NIV). ...
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Ar'isai (1 Occurrence)
... Multi-Version Concordance Ar'isai (1 Occurrence). Esther 9:9 Parmashta, Arisai,
Aridai, and Vaizatha, (See RSV). Arisai, Ar'isai. Arise . Reference Bible.
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Arisai (1 Occurrence)
... Multi-Version Concordance Arisai (1 Occurrence). Esther 9:9 Parmashta, Arisai,
Aridai, and Vaizatha, (WEB KJV JPS ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT NAS NIV). ...
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Arid (2 Occurrences)

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