Dalphon is a biblical figure mentioned in the Old Testament, specifically in the Book of Esther. He is identified as one of the ten sons of Haman, the Agagite, who was an enemy of the Jews during the reign of King Xerxes (Ahasuerus) of Persia. The account of Dalphon and his brothers is found in Esther 9:7-10, where they are listed among those who were killed by the Jews in the citadel of Susa as part of the Jews' defense against their enemies.

Biblical Reference:
In the Book of Esther, the narrative describes how Haman, an influential official in the Persian Empire, plotted to annihilate the Jewish people. However, through the intervention of Queen Esther and her cousin Mordecai, the plot was thwarted. The king granted the Jews the right to defend themselves against their adversaries. As a result, the Jews struck down their enemies, including Haman's ten sons. The specific passage reads:

"In the citadel of Susa, the Jews killed and destroyed five hundred men, including Parshandatha, Dalphon, Aspatha, Poratha, Adalia, Aridatha, Parmashta, Arisai, Aridai, and Vaizatha. They killed these ten sons of Haman son of Hammedatha, the enemy of the Jews. But they did not lay their hands on the plunder." (Esther 9:6-10)

Historical and Cultural Context:
The account of Dalphon and his brothers is set during the Persian Empire's rule, a time when the Jewish people were living in exile. The events in the Book of Esther highlight the providence and protection of God over His people, even in foreign lands. The defeat of Haman's sons symbolizes the triumph of the Jews over their oppressors and serves as a reminder of God's faithfulness to His covenant people.

Theological Significance:
Dalphon's mention, along with his brothers, underscores the theme of divine justice and retribution found throughout the Scriptures. Haman's plot against the Jews was not only a personal vendetta but also an attack on God's chosen people. The downfall of Haman and his sons illustrates the biblical principle that those who oppose God's purposes will ultimately face judgment.

Commemoration:
The events leading to the death of Dalphon and his brothers are commemorated annually in the Jewish festival of Purim. This celebration marks the deliverance of the Jewish people from Haman's plot and serves as a time of rejoicing and remembrance of God's deliverance and protection.

In summary, Dalphon, though a minor figure in the biblical narrative, is part of a larger account that highlights God's sovereignty and the deliverance of His people from their enemies. His inclusion in the list of Haman's sons serves as a testament to the fulfillment of divine justice as recorded in the Book of Esther.Dalphon

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Dalphon

(swift), the second of the ten sons of Hamam (Esther 9:7) (B.C. 610.)

DALPHON

dal'-fon (dalphon, "crafty"): The second of the ten sons of Haman, slain by the Jews (Esther 9:7).

1813. Dalphon -- a son of Haman
... 1812, 1813. Dalphon. 1814 . a son of Haman. Transliteration: Dalphon Phonetic
Spelling: (dal-fone') Short Definition: Dalphon. Word ...
/hebrew/1813.htm - 6kDalphon (1 Occurrence)
...DALPHON. dal'-fon (dalphon, "crafty"): The second of the ten sons of Haman, slain
by the Jews (Esther 9:7). Multi-Version Concordance Dalphon (1 Occurrence). ...
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Dalmatia (1 Occurrence)

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Dam (5 Occurrences)

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Par-shan-da'tha (1 Occurrence)
... Par-shan-da'tha (1 Occurrence). Esther 9:7 And Parshandatha, and Dalphon, and Aspatha,
(See RSV). Parshandatha, Par-shan-da'tha. Parsin . Reference Bible.
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Parshandatha (1 Occurrence)
... Multi-Version Concordance Parshandatha (1 Occurrence). Esther 9:7 They killed
Parshandatha, Dalphon, Aspatha, (WEB KJV JPS ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT NAS NIV). ...
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Aspatha (1 Occurrence)
... Multi-Version Concordance Aspatha (1 Occurrence). Esther 9:7 They killed Parshandatha,
Dalphon, Aspatha, (WEB KJV JPS ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT NAS NIV). ...
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Aspa'tha (1 Occurrence)
... Multi-Version Concordance Aspa'tha (1 Occurrence). Esther 9:7 And Parshandatha,
and Dalphon, and Aspatha, (See RSV). Aspatha, Aspa'tha. Aspect . ...
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