Vaizatha is one of the ten sons of Haman, the Agagite, who is prominently featured in the Book of Esther in the Old Testament. Haman, a high-ranking official in the Persian Empire under King Ahasuerus (Xerxes I), is infamously known for his plot to annihilate the Jewish people throughout the empire. Vaizatha, along with his brothers, is mentioned in the context of the Jewish festival of Purim, which commemorates the deliverance of the Jews from Haman's genocidal scheme.

Biblical Reference:

The primary reference to Vaizatha is found in the Book of Esther, specifically in Esther 9:9-10. The passage lists the names of Haman's ten sons, who were killed by the Jews in the citadel of Susa as part of their defense against those who sought their destruction. The Berean Standard Bible renders this passage as follows:

"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 a hand on the plunder." (Esther 9:9-10)

Historical and Cultural Context:

Vaizatha's mention in the Book of Esther is part of the narrative that highlights the reversal of fortune for the Jewish people during their time in exile. Haman, who was an Agagite, is often associated with the Amalekites, a longstanding enemy of Israel. The execution of Haman's sons, including Vaizatha, is seen as a fulfillment of divine justice and a continuation of the conflict between Israel and Amalek, as described in earlier biblical texts.

The account of Vaizatha and his brothers' deaths is integral to the celebration of Purim, a festival that underscores themes of survival, divine providence, and the triumph of good over evil. The Jewish people, under the leadership of Mordecai and Queen Esther, were able to defend themselves and secure their safety, leading to the establishment of Purim as a time of feasting and joy.

Theological Significance:

From a theological perspective, the account of Vaizatha and his brothers serves as a reminder of God's faithfulness to His covenant people. Despite the threats and schemes of their enemies, the Jewish people experienced deliverance through God's providential care. The narrative reinforces the belief in God's sovereignty and His ability to protect and preserve His people against overwhelming odds.

The execution of Haman's sons, including Vaizatha, is also seen as a demonstration of the biblical principle of retributive justice. Haman's plot to destroy the Jews ultimately led to his own downfall and the demise of his lineage, illustrating the biblical theme that those who seek to harm God's people will themselves face judgment.

Conclusion:

Vaizatha's role in the Book of Esther, though brief, is part of a larger narrative that celebrates the deliverance of the Jewish people and the establishment of Purim. His mention serves as a testament to the enduring conflict between the forces of evil and the people of God, and the ultimate victory of divine justice.VAIZATHA; VAJEZATHA

vi'-za-tha, va-iz'-a-tha, va-jez'-a-tha, vaj-e-za'-tha (wayzatha'): One of the sons of Haman (Esther 9:9). The form has been held to be corrupt, the Hebrew letter waw (w) being exceptionally tall, and the Hebrew letter zayin (z) exceptionally short (Benfey, Die persischen Keilinschriften (1847), XVIII, 93), and points to Vahyazdata, "Given of the Best-One" (OHL, 255).

EGYPTIAN VERSIONS

vur'-shuns.

See COPTIC VERSIONS.

2055. Vayzatha -- a son of Haman
... 2054, 2055. Vayzatha. 2056 . a son of Haman. Transliteration: Vayzatha Phonetic
Spelling: (vah-yez-aw'-thaw) Short Definition: Vaizatha. ...
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... Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia VAIZATHA; VAJEZATHA. ...Vaizatha (1 Occurrence). Esther
9:9 Parmashta, Arisai, Aridai, and Vaizatha, (WEB JPS ASV BBE NAS NIV). ...
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Vaiza'tha (1 Occurrence)
Vaiza'tha. Vaizatha, Vaiza'tha. Vajezatha . ... Vaiza'tha (1 Occurrence). Esther
9:9 and Parmashta, and Arisai, and Aridai, and Vaizatha, (See RSV). ...
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Vajezatha (1 Occurrence)
... Purity; worthy of honour, one of Haman's sons, whom the Jews slew in the palace
of Shushan (Esther 9:9). Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. VAIZATHA; VAJEZATHA. ...
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Vain-words (1 Occurrence)
Vain-words. Vain-talkers, Vain-words. Vaizatha . Multi-Version Concordance
Vain-words (1 Occurrence). ... Vain-talkers, Vain-words. Vaizatha . Reference Bible
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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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Ar'idai (1 Occurrence)
... Multi-Version Concordance Ar'idai (1 Occurrence). Esther 9:9 Parmashta, Arisai,
Aridai, and Vaizatha, (See RSV). Aridai, Ar'idai. Aridatha . Reference Bible
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Aridai (1 Occurrence)
... Multi-Version Concordance 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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