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So Haman was filled with wrath.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/esther/3.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />When Haman saw that Mordecai neither bowed down nor paid homage to him, he was furious.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/esther/3.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />When Haman saw that Mordecai was not bowing down or paying him homage, he was filled with rage.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/esther/3.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />When Haman saw that Mordecai was not bowing down or paying him homage, he was filled with rage.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/esther/3.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />And when Haman saw that Mordecai bowed not down, nor did him reverence, then was Haman full of wrath.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/esther/3.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />Haman was furious to learn that Mordecai refused to kneel down and honor him. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/esther/3.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />And when Haman saw that Mordecai bowed not down, nor did him reverence, then was Haman full of wrath.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/esther/3.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />When Haman saw that Mordecai did not kneel and bow to him, Haman was infuriated.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/esther/3.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />Haman was furious when he realized that Mordecai was not going to kneel and bow to him, <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/esther/3.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />When Haman saw that Mordecai would not kneel and bow down to him, he flew into a rage. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/esther/3.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />When Haman saw that Mordecai would not bow down or pay him homage, he was filled with rage.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/esther/3.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />When Haman saw that Mordecai was not bowing or paying homage to him, he was filled with rage.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/esther/3.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />When Haman saw that Mordecai did not bow down, nor pay him homage, Haman was full of wrath.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/esther/3.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />And when Haman saw that Mordecai bowed not, nor did him reverence, then was Haman full of wrath.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/esther/3.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />When Haman saw that Mordecai didn’t bow down nor pay him homage, Haman was full of wrath. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/esther/3.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />And Haman sees that Mordecai is not bowing and doing homage to him, and Haman is full of fury,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/esther/3.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> And Haman seeth that Mordecai is not bowing and doing obeisance to him, and Haman is full of fury,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/esther/3.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />And Haman will see that Mordecai bowed not, and not worshiping to him, and Haman will be filled with wrath.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/esther/3.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />Now when Aman had heard this, and had proved by experience that Mardochai did not bend his knee to him, nor worship him, he was exceeding angry. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/esther/3.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br /><V 5:5>Now when Haman had heard this, and had proved by a test that Mordecai did not bend his knee to him, nor adore him, he was very angry.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/esther/3.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />When Haman observed that Mordecai would not kneel and bow down to him, he was filled with anger.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/esther/3.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />When Haman saw that Mordecai did not bow down or do obeisance to him, Haman was infuriated.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/esther/3.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />And when Haman saw that Mordecai did not bow down nor do him obeisance, then Haman was full of wrath against Mordecai.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/esther/3.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />And Haman saw that Murdacai was not kneeling and worshiping him, and Haman was filled with anger against Murdacai.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/esther/3.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />And when Haman saw that Mordecai bowed not down, nor prostrated himself before him, then was Haman full of wrath.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/esther/3.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />And when Aman understood that Mardochaeus did not obeisance to him, he was greatly enraged,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/esther/3-5.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/TRosJDhNG-8?start=619" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/esther/3.htm">Haman Plots Against the Jews</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">4</span>Day after day they warned him, but he would not comply. So they reported it to Haman to see whether Mordecai’s behavior would be tolerated, since he had told them he was a Jew. <span class="reftext">5</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/2001.htm" title="2001: hā·mān (N-proper-ms) -- Haman -- to rage, be turbulent. Of foreign derivation; Haman, a Persian vizier.">When Haman</a> <a href="/hebrew/7200.htm" title="7200: way·yar (Conj-w:: V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms) -- To see. A primitive root; to see, literally or figuratively.">saw</a> <a href="/hebrew/3588.htm" title="3588: kî- (Conj) -- That, for, when. ">that</a> <a href="/hebrew/4782.htm" title="4782: mā·rə·do·ḵay (N-proper-ms) -- A companion of Zerubbabel, also a cousin of Esther. Of foreign derivation; Mordecai, an Israelite.">Mordecai</a> <a href="/hebrew/369.htm" title="369: ’ên (Adv) -- As if from a primitive root meaning to be nothing or not exist; a non-entity; generally used as a negative particle.">would not</a> <a href="/hebrew/3766.htm" title="3766: kō·rê·a‘ (V-Qal-Prtcpl-ms) -- To bow down. A primitive root; to bend the knee; by implication, to sink, to prostrate.">bow down</a> <a href="/hebrew/7812.htm" title="7812: ū·miš·ta·ḥă·weh (Conj-w:: V-Hitpael-Prtcpl-ms) -- To bow down. A primitive root; to depress, i.e. Prostrate.">or pay him homage,</a> <a href="/hebrew/lōw (Prep:: 3ms) -- "></a> <a href="/hebrew/2001.htm" title="2001: hā·mān (N-proper-ms) -- Haman -- to rage, be turbulent. Of foreign derivation; Haman, a Persian vizier.">he</a> <a href="/hebrew/4390.htm" title="4390: way·yim·mā·lê (Conj-w:: V-Nifal-ConsecImperf-3ms) -- To be full, to fill. Or malae; a primitive root, to fill or be full of, in a wide application.">was filled</a> <a href="/hebrew/2534.htm" title="2534: ḥê·māh (N-fs) -- Heat, rage. Or chemac; from yacham; heat; figuratively, anger, poison.">with rage.</a> </span><span class="reftext">6</span>And when he learned the identity of Mordecai’s people, he scorned the notion of laying hands on Mordecai alone. Instead, he sought to destroy all of Mordecai’s people, the Jews, throughout the kingdom of Xerxes.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/daniel/3-19.htm">Daniel 3:19</a></span><br />At this, Nebuchadnezzar was filled with rage, and the expression on his face changed toward Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego. He gave orders to heat the furnace seven times hotter than usual,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/4-5.htm">Genesis 4:5-8</a></span><br />but He had no regard for Cain and his offering. So Cain became very angry, and his countenance fell. / “Why are you angry,” said the LORD to Cain, “and why has your countenance fallen? / If you do what is right, will you not be accepted? But if you refuse to do what is right, sin is crouching at your door; it desires you, but you must master it.” ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_samuel/18-8.htm">1 Samuel 18:8-9</a></span><br />And Saul was furious and resented this song. “They have ascribed tens of thousands to David,” he said, “but only thousands to me. What more can he have but the kingdom?” / And from that day forward Saul kept a jealous eye on David.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/6-34.htm">Proverbs 6:34</a></span><br />For jealousy enrages a husband, and he will show no mercy in the day of vengeance.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/27-4.htm">Proverbs 27:4</a></span><br />Wrath is cruel and anger is like a flood, but who can withstand jealousy?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/2-16.htm">Matthew 2:16</a></span><br />When Herod saw that he had been outwitted by the Magi, he was filled with rage. Sending orders, he put to death all the boys in Bethlehem and its vicinity who were two years old and under, according to the time he had learned from the Magi.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/acts/7-9.htm">Acts 7:9</a></span><br />Because the patriarchs were jealous of Joseph, they sold him as a slave into Egypt. But God was with him<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/acts/13-45.htm">Acts 13:45</a></span><br />But when the Jews saw the crowds, they were filled with jealousy, and they blasphemously contradicted what Paul was saying.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/acts/17-5.htm">Acts 17:5</a></span><br />The Jews, however, became jealous. So they brought in some troublemakers from the marketplace, formed a mob, and sent the city into an uproar. They raided Jason’s house in search of Paul and Silas, hoping to bring them out to the people.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/james/3-14.htm">James 3:14-16</a></span><br />But if you harbor bitter jealousy and selfish ambition in your hearts, do not boast in it or deny the truth. / Such wisdom does not come from above, but is earthly, unspiritual, demonic. / For where jealousy and selfish ambition exist, there will be disorder and every evil practice.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/james/4-5.htm">James 4:5</a></span><br />Or do you think the Scripture says without reason that the Spirit He caused to dwell in us yearns with envy?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_john/3-12.htm">1 John 3:12</a></span><br />Do not be like Cain, who belonged to the evil one and murdered his brother. And why did Cain slay him? Because his own deeds were evil, while those of his brother were righteous.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/37-4.htm">Genesis 37:4-5</a></span><br />When Joseph’s brothers saw that their father loved him more than any of them, they hated him and could not speak a kind word to him. / Then Joseph had a dream, and when he told it to his brothers, they hated him even more.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_kings/21-4.htm">1 Kings 21:4</a></span><br />So Ahab went to his palace, sullen and angry because Naboth the Jezreelite had told him, “I will not give you the inheritance of my fathers.” He lay down on his bed, turned his face away, and refused to eat.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/nehemiah/4-1.htm">Nehemiah 4:1</a></span><br />Now when Sanballat heard that we were rebuilding the wall, he was furious and filled with indignation. He ridiculed the Jews</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">And when Haman saw that Mordecai bowed not, nor did him reverence, then was Haman full of wrath.</p><p class="hdg">that Mordecai.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/esther/3-2.htm">Esther 3:2</a></b></br> And all the king's servants, that <i>were</i> in the king's gate, bowed, and reverenced Haman: for the king had so commanded concerning him. But Mordecai bowed not, nor did <i>him</i> reverence.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/esther/5-9.htm">Esther 5:9</a></b></br> Then went Haman forth that day joyful and with a glad heart: but when Haman saw Mordecai in the king's gate, that he stood not up, nor moved for him, he was full of indignation against Mordecai.</p><p class="hdg">full of wrath.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/esther/1-12.htm">Esther 1:12</a></b></br> But the queen Vashti refused to come at the king's commandment by <i>his</i> chamberlains: therefore was the king very wroth, and his anger burned in him.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/genesis/4-5.htm">Genesis 4:5,6</a></b></br> But unto Cain and to his offering he had not respect. And Cain was very wroth, and his countenance fell… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/job/5-2.htm">Job 5:2</a></b></br> For wrath killeth the foolish man, and envy slayeth the silly one.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/esther/3-2.htm">Bow</a> <a href="/esther/3-2.htm">Bowed</a> <a href="/esther/3-2.htm">Bowing</a> <a href="/esther/1-12.htm">Enraged</a> <a href="/nehemiah/9-25.htm">Filled</a> <a href="/esther/1-4.htm">Full</a> <a href="/esther/2-1.htm">Fury</a> <a href="/esther/3-4.htm">Haman</a> <a href="/esther/3-2.htm">Homage</a> <a href="/esther/3-2.htm">Honor</a> <a href="/esther/3-2.htm">Kneel</a> <a href="/esther/3-3.htm">Mordecai</a> <a href="/esther/3-3.htm">Mor'decai</a> <a href="/esther/3-2.htm">Obeisance</a> <a href="/esther/3-2.htm">Paid</a> <a href="/esther/3-2.htm">Pay</a> <a href="/esther/3-2.htm">Prostrated</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/28-9.htm">Rage</a> <a href="/esther/3-2.htm">Reverence</a> <a href="/esther/2-1.htm">Wrath</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/job/20-24.htm">Bow</a> <a href="/job/9-13.htm">Bowed</a> <a href="/job/4-4.htm">Bowing</a> <a href="/psalms/102-8.htm">Enraged</a> <a href="/esther/5-9.htm">Filled</a> <a href="/esther/5-9.htm">Full</a> <a href="/esther/7-10.htm">Fury</a> <a href="/esther/3-6.htm">Haman</a> <a href="/job/31-27.htm">Homage</a> <a href="/esther/6-3.htm">Honor</a> <a href="/job/31-10.htm">Kneel</a> <a href="/esther/3-6.htm">Mordecai</a> <a href="/esther/4-1.htm">Mor'decai</a> <a href="/daniel/3-6.htm">Obeisance</a> <a href="/job/15-32.htm">Paid</a> <a href="/esther/3-9.htm">Pay</a> <a href="/matthew/2-11.htm">Prostrated</a> <a href="/esther/7-7.htm">Rage</a> <a href="/job/4-6.htm">Reverence</a> <a href="/esther/5-9.htm">Wrath</a><div class="vheading2">Esther 3</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/esther/3-1.htm">Haman, advanced by the king, and despised by Mordecai, seeks revenge upon the Jews.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">7. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/esther/3-7.htm">He casts lots.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">8. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/esther/3-8.htm">He obtains by false accusations a decree of the king to put the Jews to death.</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div><br /><br /> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> <br /><br /> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/esther/3.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/esther/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/esther/3.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>When Haman saw that Mordecai would not bow down or pay him homage</b><br>Haman, an Agagite, held a high position in the Persian Empire under King Xerxes. The Agagites were descendants of Agag, king of the Amalekites, traditional enemies of Israel (1 Samuel 15). Mordecai, a Jew, refused to bow to Haman, which can be seen as an act of defiance rooted in Jewish law and tradition that forbids idolatry and the worship of anyone other than God (<a href="/exodus/20-3.htm">Exodus 20:3-5</a>). This refusal highlights the tension between the Jewish people and their oppressors, a recurring theme in the Old Testament. Mordecai's actions can be compared to those of Daniel, who also refused to bow to foreign powers (<a href="/daniel/3-12.htm">Daniel 3:12</a>).<p><b>he was filled with rage</b><br>Haman's reaction is one of intense anger, which is significant in the context of the Persian court, where honor and respect were paramount. His rage can be seen as a reflection of his pride and desire for power, traits that are often condemned in Scripture (<a href="/proverbs/16-18.htm">Proverbs 16:18</a>). This anger sets the stage for Haman's plot against the Jews, echoing the enmity between the descendants of Esau (Amalekites) and Jacob (Israelites). Haman's wrath is reminiscent of other biblical figures who sought to destroy God's people, such as Pharaoh in Exodus. This narrative foreshadows the ultimate deliverance of the Jews, pointing to God's sovereignty and protection over His chosen people, a theme that culminates in the New Testament with the salvation offered through Jesus Christ.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/h/haman.htm">Haman</a></b><br>A high-ranking official in the Persian Empire, appointed by King Xerxes. He is an Agagite, which may indicate a historical enmity with the Jewish people.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/m/mordecai.htm">Mordecai</a></b><br>A Jew living in Susa, the capital of the Persian Empire. He is Esther's cousin and guardian, and he refuses to bow to Haman, which is a pivotal act of defiance.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/s/susa.htm">Susa</a></b><br>The capital city of the Persian Empire, where the events of the Book of Esther take place. It is a center of political power and intrigue.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/k/king_xerxes.htm">King Xerxes (Ahasuerus)</a></b><br>The Persian king during this time, who has elevated Haman to a position of authority.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_persian_empire.htm">The Persian Empire</a></b><br>The ruling empire during the time of Esther, known for its vastness and diversity of peoples and cultures.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/f/faithfulness_to_god_over_man.htm">Faithfulness to God Over Man</a></b><br>Mordecai's refusal to bow to Haman is a powerful example of prioritizing obedience to God over compliance with human authority when the two are in conflict.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/c/courage_in_the_face_of_persecution.htm">Courage in the Face of Persecution</a></b><br>Mordecai's actions remind believers of the importance of standing firm in their convictions, even when facing potential persecution or backlash.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_consequences_of_pride_and_anger.htm">The Consequences of Pride and Anger</a></b><br>Haman's rage at Mordecai's refusal to bow highlights the destructive nature of pride and anger, which can lead to irrational and harmful decisions.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/h/historical_enmity_and_spiritual_warfare.htm">Historical Enmity and Spiritual Warfare</a></b><br>The tension between Haman and Mordecai can be seen as a reflection of the ongoing spiritual battle between God's people and their adversaries.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/g/god's_sovereignty_in_adversity.htm">God's Sovereignty in Adversity</a></b><br>The unfolding events in Esther demonstrate God's providence and sovereignty, even when His presence is not overtly mentioned.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_esther_3.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Esther 3</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_did_esther_save_her_people.htm">How did Esther save her people from Xerxes' decree?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/who_was_mordecai_in_the_bible.htm">Who was Mordecai in the Bible?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/who_was_haman_in_the_bible.htm">Who was Haman the Agagite in biblical history?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what's_the_plot_of_esther.htm">What is the main plot of the Book of Esther?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/esther/3.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 5.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">When Haman saw</span>. Apparently Mordecai's disrespect had not been observed by Haman until the "king's servants" called his attention to it. Then, naturally enough, he was greatly offended, and felt exceedingly angry at what seemed to him a gross impertinence. Mordecai's excuse did not pacify him - perhaps seemed to him to make the matter worse, since, if allowed, it would justify all the Jews in the empire in withholding from him the respect that he considered his due. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/esther/3-5.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div><span class="word">When Haman</span><br /><span class="heb">הָמָ֔ן</span> <span class="translit">(hā·mān)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2001.htm">Strong's 2001: </a> </span><span class="str2">Haman -- to rage, be turbulent</span><br /><br /><span class="word">saw</span><br /><span class="heb">וַיַּ֣רְא</span> <span class="translit">(way·yar)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7200.htm">Strong's 7200: </a> </span><span class="str2">To see</span><br /><br /><span class="word">that</span><br /><span class="heb">כִּי־</span> <span class="translit">(kî-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunction<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> </span><span class="str2">A relative conjunction</span><br /><br /><span class="word">Mordecai</span><br /><span class="heb">מָרְדֳּכַ֔י</span> <span class="translit">(mā·rə·do·ḵay)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_4782.htm">Strong's 4782: </a> </span><span class="str2">Mordecai -- a companion of Zerubbabel, also a cousin of Esther</span><br /><br /><span class="word">would not</span><br /><span class="heb">אֵ֣ין</span> <span class="translit">(’ên)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adverb<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_369.htm">Strong's 369: </a> </span><span class="str2">A non-entity, a negative particle</span><br /><br /><span class="word">bow down</span><br /><span class="heb">כֹּרֵ֥עַ</span> <span class="translit">(kō·rê·a‘)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3766.htm">Strong's 3766: </a> </span><span class="str2">To bend the knee, to sink, to prostrate</span><br /><br /><span class="word">or pay him homage,</span><br /><span class="heb">וּמִֽשְׁתַּחֲוֶ֖ה</span> <span class="translit">(ū·miš·ta·ḥă·weh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hitpael - Participle - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7812.htm">Strong's 7812: </a> </span><span class="str2">To depress, prostrate</span><br /><br /><span class="word">he</span><br /><span class="heb">הָמָ֖ן</span> <span class="translit">(hā·mān)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2001.htm">Strong's 2001: </a> </span><span class="str2">Haman -- to rage, be turbulent</span><br /><br /><span class="word">was filled</span><br /><span class="heb">וַיִּמָּלֵ֥א</span> <span class="translit">(way·yim·mā·lê)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Verb - Nifal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_4390.htm">Strong's 4390: </a> </span><span class="str2">To fill, be full of</span><br /><br /><span class="word">with rage.</span><br /><span class="heb">חֵמָֽה׃</span> <span class="translit">(ḥê·māh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2534.htm">Strong's 2534: </a> </span><span class="str2">Heat, anger, poison</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/esther/3-5.htm">Esther 3:5 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/esther/3-5.htm">Esther 3:5 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/esther/3-5.htm">Esther 3:5 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/esther/3-5.htm">Esther 3:5 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/esther/3-5.htm">Esther 3:5 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/esther/3-5.htm">Esther 3:5 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/esther/3-5.htm">Esther 3:5 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/esther/3-5.htm">Esther 3:5 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/esther/3-5.htm">Esther 3:5 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/esther/3-5.htm">Esther 3:5 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/esther/3-5.htm">OT History: Esther 3:5 When Haman saw that Mordecai didn't bow (Est Esth. 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