Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version That same day King Xerxes gave Queen Esther the estate of Haman, the enemy of the Jews. And Mordecai came into the presence of the king, for Esther had told how he was related to her. New Living Translation On that same day King Xerxes gave the property of Haman, the enemy of the Jews, to Queen Esther. Then Mordecai was brought before the king, for Esther had told the king how they were related. English Standard Version On that day King Ahasuerus gave to Queen Esther the house of Haman, the enemy of the Jews. And Mordecai came before the king, for Esther had told what he was to her. Berean Standard Bible That same day King Xerxes awarded Queen Esther the estate of Haman, the enemy of the Jews. And Mordecai entered the king’s presence because Esther had revealed his relation to her. Berean Literal Bible On that day King Ahasuerus gave to Esther the queen the house of Haman, the enemy of the Jews, and Mordecai came before the face of the King, for Esther had declared what he was to her. King James Bible On that day did the king Ahasuerus give the house of Haman the Jews' enemy unto Esther the queen. And Mordecai came before the king; for Esther had told what he was unto her. New King James Version On that day King Ahasuerus gave Queen Esther the house of Haman, the enemy of the Jews. And Mordecai came before the king, for Esther had told how he was related to her. New American Standard Bible On that day King Ahasuerus gave the house of Haman, the enemy of the Jews, to Queen Esther; and Mordecai came before the king, because Esther had disclosed what he was to her. NASB 1995 On that day King Ahasuerus gave the house of Haman, the enemy of the Jews, to Queen Esther; and Mordecai came before the king, for Esther had disclosed what he was to her. NASB 1977 On that day King Ahasuerus gave the house of Haman, the enemy of the Jews, to Queen Esther; and Mordecai came before the king, for Esther had disclosed what he was to her. Legacy Standard Bible On that day King Ahasuerus gave the house of Haman, the adversary of the Jews, to Queen Esther; and Mordecai came before the king, for Esther had told what he was to her. Amplified Bible On that day King Ahasuerus (Xerxes) gave the house of Haman, the enemy of the Jews, to Queen Esther; and Mordecai came before the king, because Esther had disclosed what [relation] he was to her. Berean Annotated Bible That same day King Xerxes (I will be silent and poor) awarded Queen Esther (star) the estate of Haman (magnificent), the enemy of the Jews. And Mordecai (little man) entered the king’s presence because Esther had revealed his relation to her. Christian Standard Bible That same day King Ahasuerus awarded Queen Esther the estate of Haman, the enemy of the Jews. Mordecai entered the king’s presence because Esther had revealed her relationship to Mordecai. Holman Christian Standard Bible That same day King Ahasuerus awarded Queen Esther the estate of Haman, the enemy of the Jews. Mordecai entered the king’s presence because Esther had revealed her relationship to Mordecai. American Standard Version On that day did the king Ahasuerus give the house of Haman the Jews' enemy unto Esther the queen. And Mordecai came before the king; for Esther had told what he was unto her. Contemporary English Version Before the end of the day, King Xerxes gave Esther everything that had belonged to Haman, the enemy of the Jews. Esther told the king that Mordecai was her cousin. So the king made Mordecai one of his highest officials English Revised Version On that day did the king Ahasuerus give the house of Haman the Jews enemy unto Esther the queen. And Mordecai came before the king; for Esther had told what he was unto her. GOD'S WORD® Translation On that same day King Xerxes gave the property of Haman, the enemy of the Jews, to Queen Esther. Also, Mordecai came to the king because Esther had told him how Mordecai was related to her. Good News Translation That same day King Xerxes gave Queen Esther all the property of Haman, the enemy of the Jews. Esther told the king that Mordecai was related to her, and from then on Mordecai was allowed to enter the king's presence. International Standard Version That day King Ahasuerus gave Queen Esther the property of Haman, the enemy of the Jewish people, and Mordecai came into the king's presence because Esther had told him how Mordecai was related to her. NET Bible On that same day King Ahasuerus gave the estate of Haman, that adversary of the Jews, to Queen Esther. Now Mordecai had come before the king, for Esther had revealed how he was related to her. New Heart English Bible On that day, King Achshayarsh gave the house of Haman, the Jews' enemy, to Esther the queen. Mordecai came before the king; for Esther had told what he was to her. Webster's Bible Translation On that day the king Ahasuerus gave the house of Haman, the Jews' enemy, to Esther the queen. And Mordecai came before the king; for Esther had told what he was to her. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleThat same day King Xerxes awarded Queen Esther the estate of Haman, the enemy of the Jews. And Mordecai entered the king’s presence because Esther had revealed his relation to her. World English Bible On that day, King Ahasuerus gave the house of Haman, the Jews’ enemy, to Esther the queen. Mordecai came before the king; for Esther had told what he was to her. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionOn that day has King Ahasuerus given to Esther the queen the house of Haman, adversary of the Jews, and Mordecai has come in before the king, for Esther has declared what he [is] to her, Berean Literal Bible On that day King Ahasuerus gave to Esther the queen the house of Haman, the enemy of the Jews, and Mordecai came before the face of the King, for Esther had declared what he was to her. Young's Literal Translation On that day hath the king Ahasuerus given to Esther the queen the house of Haman, adversary of the Jews, and Mordecai hath come in before the king, for Esther hath declared what he is to her, Smith's Literal Translation In that day the king Ahasuerus gave to Esther the queen, the house of Haman the Jews enemy. And Mordecai came before the king; for Esther announced what he was to her. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleOn that day king Assuerus gave the house of Aman, the Jews' enemy, to queen Esther, and Mardochai came in before the king. For Esther had confessed to him that he was her uncle. Catholic Public Domain Version New American Bible That day King Ahasuerus gave the house of Haman, enemy of the Jews, to Queen Esther; and Mordecai was admitted to the king’s presence, for Esther had revealed his relationship to her. New Revised Standard Version On that day King Ahasuerus gave to Queen Esther the house of Haman, the enemy of the Jews; and Mordecai came before the king, for Esther had told what he was to her. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleON that day King Akhshirash gave the house of Haman the enemy of the Jews to Esther the queen. And Mordecai came before the king; for Esther had told what he was to her. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And King Akhashiresh gave to Esthir the Queen the house of Haman the enemy of the Jews, and Murdacai entered before the King, because Esthir had revealed what he was to her. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917On that day did the king Ahasuerus give the house of Haman the Jews' enemy unto Esther the queen. And Mordecai came before the king; for Esther had told what he was unto her. Brenton Septuagint Translation And in that day king Artaxerxes gave to Esther all that belonged to Aman the slanderer: and Mardochaeus was called by the king; for Esther had shewn that he was related to her. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Esther's Appeal for the Jews1That same day King Xerxes awarded Queen Esther the estate of Haman, the enemy of the Jews. And Mordecai entered the king’s presence because Esther had revealed his relation to her. 2The king removed the signet ring he had recovered from Haman and presented it to Mordecai. And Esther appointed Mordecai over the estate of Haman.… Cross References That same day Esther 7:10 So they hanged Haman on the gallows he had prepared for Mordecai. Then the fury of the king subsided. Esther 7:8 Just as the king returned from the palace garden to the banquet hall, Haman was falling on the couch where Esther was reclining. The king exclaimed, “Would he actually assault the queen while I am in the palace?” As soon as the words had left the king’s mouth, they covered Haman’s face. Esther 6:14 While they were still speaking with Haman, the king’s eunuchs arrived and rushed him to the banquet that Esther had prepared. King Xerxes awarded Queen Esther the estate of Haman, the enemy of the Jews. Esther 7:6 Esther replied, “The adversary and enemy is this wicked man—Haman!” And Haman stood in terror before the king and queen. Proverbs 13:22 A good man leaves an inheritance to his children’s children, but the sinner’s wealth is passed to the righteous. Ecclesiastes 2:26 To the man who is pleasing in His sight, He gives wisdom and knowledge and joy, but to the sinner He assigns the task of gathering and accumulating that which he will hand over to one who pleases God. This too is futile and a pursuit of the wind. And Mordecai entered the king’s presence Esther 6:10-12 “Hurry,” said the king to Haman, “and do just as you proposed. Take the robe and the horse to Mordecai the Jew, who is sitting at the king’s gate. Do not neglect anything that you have suggested.” / So Haman took the robe and the horse, arrayed Mordecai, and paraded him through the city square, crying out before him, “This is what is done for the man whom the king is delighted to honor!” / Then Mordecai returned to the king’s gate. But Haman rushed home, with his head covered in grief. Daniel 2:25 Arioch hastily brought Daniel before the king and said to him, “I have found a man among the exiles from Judah who will tell the king the interpretation.” Genesis 41:14 So Pharaoh sent for Joseph, who was quickly brought out of the dungeon. After he had shaved and changed his clothes, he went in before Pharaoh. because Esther had revealed his relation to her. Esther 2:10 Esther did not reveal her people or her lineage, because Mordecai had instructed her not to do so. Esther 2:20 Esther still had not revealed her lineage or her people, just as Mordecai had instructed. She obeyed Mordecai’s command, as she had done under his care. Esther 2:7 And Mordecai had brought up Hadassah (that is, Esther), the daughter of his uncle, because she did not have a father or mother. The young woman was lovely in form and appearance, and when her father and mother had died, Mordecai had taken her as his own daughter. Esther 2:17 And the king loved Esther more than all the other women, and she found grace and favor in his sight more than all of the other virgins. So he placed the royal crown upon her head and made her queen in place of Vashti. Esther 3:10 So the king removed the signet ring from his finger and gave it to Haman son of Hammedatha, the Agagite, the enemy of the Jews. Esther 9:29-32 So Queen Esther daughter of Abihail, along with Mordecai the Jew, wrote with full authority to confirm this second letter concerning Purim. / And Mordecai sent letters with words of peace and truth to all the Jews in the 127 provinces of the kingdom of Xerxes, / in order to confirm these days of Purim at their appointed time, just as Mordecai the Jew and Queen Esther had established them and had committed themselves and their descendants to the times of fasting and lamentation. … Genesis 41:40-44 You shall be in charge of my house, and all my people are to obey your commands. Only with regard to the throne will I be greater than you.” / Pharaoh also told Joseph, “I hereby place you over all the land of Egypt.” / 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. … Treasury of Scripture On that day did the king Ahasuerus give the house of Haman the Jews' enemy to Esther the queen. And Mordecai came before the king; for Esther had told what he was to her. give the house. Job 27:16,17 Though he heap up silver as the dust, and prepare raiment as the clay; … Psalm 39:6 Surely every man walketh in a vain shew: surely they are disquieted in vain: he heapeth up riches, and knoweth not who shall gather them. Psalm 49:6-13 They that trust in their wealth, and boast themselves in the multitude of their riches; … came before. Esther 1:14 And the next unto him was Carshena, Shethar, Admatha, Tarshish, Meres, Marsena, and Memucan, the seven princes of Persia and Media, which saw the king's face, and which sat the first in the kingdom;) Esther 2:7,15 And he brought up Hadassah, that is, Esther, his uncle's daughter: for she had neither father nor mother, and the maid was fair and beautiful; whom Mordecai, when her father and mother were dead, took for his own daughter… Jump to Previous Ahasuerus Ahasu-E'rus Clear Declared Disclosed Enemy Estate Esther Family Haman House Jews Mordecai Mor'decai Oppressor Presence Queen XerxesJump to Next Ahasuerus Ahasu-E'rus Clear Declared Disclosed Enemy Estate Esther Family Haman House Jews Mordecai Mor'decai Oppressor Presence Queen XerxesEsther 8 1. Mordecai is advanced.3. Esther makes suit to reverse Haman's letters. 7. Xerxes grants to the Jews to defend themselves. 15. Mordecai's honor, and the Jews' joy. That same day This phrase indicates the immediacy of the events following Haman's downfall. It underscores the swift justice and reversal of fortune that occurs in the narrative. The timing is significant, as it shows the urgency and decisiveness of the king's actions in response to Esther's plea. King Xerxes awarded Queen Esther the estate of Haman, the enemy of the Jews. And Mordecai entered the king’s presence because Esther had revealed his relation to her. Persons / Places / Events 1. King Xerxes (Ahasuerus)The Persian king who ruled over 127 provinces from India to Cush. He plays a pivotal role in the account of Esther by making decisions that impact the Jewish people. 2. Queen Esther A Jewish woman who becomes queen of Persia. Her bravery and faith are central to the deliverance of her people from destruction. 3. Haman The antagonist of the account, who plotted to annihilate the Jews. His downfall is a key turning point in the account. 4. Mordecai Esther's cousin and guardian, who becomes a prominent figure in the Persian court. His loyalty and wisdom are instrumental in the salvation of the Jews. 5. The Estate of Haman The property and wealth of Haman, which is transferred to Esther, symbolizing the reversal of fortune and divine justice. Teaching Points Divine ReversalGod's sovereignty is evident in the reversal of fortunes. What was meant for evil against the Jews is turned into a blessing. Trust in God's ability to change circumstances. Courage and Advocacy Esther's courage to reveal her identity and advocate for her people is a model for standing up for righteousness and justice. God's Timing The events unfold in God's perfect timing. Patience and faith are essential as we wait for God's plans to manifest. Stewardship of Influence Esther and Mordecai use their positions for the benefit of others. Believers are called to use their influence to serve God's purposes. Justice and Mercy The transfer of Haman's estate to Esther is a reminder of God's justice and mercy. Believers can trust in God's righteous judgment. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Esther 8:1?2. How does Esther 8:1 demonstrate God's providence in Esther's and Mordecai's lives? 3. What role does obedience play in Esther's rise to influence in Esther 8:1? 4. How does Esther 8:1 connect to Romans 8:28 about God's purpose? 5. How can we trust God's timing in our lives, as seen in Esther 8:1? 6. What lessons on leadership can we learn from Mordecai's promotion in Esther 8:1? 7. How does Esther 8:1 demonstrate God's providence in the lives of His people? 8. What does Esther 8:1 reveal about the reversal of fortunes in biblical narratives? 9. How does the transfer of Haman's estate to Esther reflect divine justice? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Esther 8? 11. What evidence exists that supports Mordecai's elevation to high authority in Esther 8:2, considering Persian records rarely reference Jewish officials? 12. How plausible is the rapid communication in Esther 8:10, given ancient travel and logistics constraints across such a vast empire? 13. Esther 5:1 - How plausible is it that a Jewish foreigner could have risen to queen with no corroborating Persian records? 14. What did Esther mean by 'If I perish, I perish'? What Does Esther 8:1 Mean That same day• The phrase underscores the immediacy of God’s reversal: the very day Haman is executed (Esther 7:9-10), blessing begins for His people. • Scripture often highlights swift divine turnaround—think of Pharaoh’s army drowned the same day Israel crossed the sea (Exodus 14:26-30) or Peter released the very night Herod planned his execution (Acts 12:6-11). • “Weeping may stay for the night, but rejoicing comes in the morning” (Psalm 30:5) perfectly frames the sudden shift in Esther. King Xerxes awarded Queen Esther the estate of Haman, the enemy of the Jews. • Earthly power hands over everything Haman amassed—proving Proverbs 13:22: “the wealth of the sinner is stored up for the righteous.” • God’s sovereignty is visible: the estate that funded plans to annihilate Jews now supports their queen. Compare Israel inheriting Canaan’s houses they did not build (Deuteronomy 6:10-11). • Identifying Haman as “the enemy of the Jews” echoes Genesis 12:3; those who curse Abraham’s line are destined to fall. • Xerxes’ public act vindicates Esther before the court, much like Daniel receiving Belshazzar’s gifts after reading the handwriting on the wall (Daniel 5:29). Mordecai entered the king’s presence because Esther had revealed his relation to her. • A man once barred from bowing to Haman (Esther 3:2) now stands before the throne—reminiscent of Joseph summoned from prison to Pharaoh (Genesis 41:14). • Esther’s courage to identify Mordecai parallels Jesus acknowledging His brethren before the Father (Hebrews 2:11). • The king’s favor fulfills Proverbs 22:29: “Do you see a man skilled in his work? He will stand before kings.” Mordecai’s faithful record (Esther 2:22-23; 6:1-3) now bears fruit. • Their family link, once concealed (Esther 2:10), is openly celebrated, demonstrating Luke 8:17: “nothing concealed that will not be disclosed.” summary On the very day judgment falls on Haman, God turns the page for His people. Esther receives the oppressor’s estate, illustrating divine transfer of wealth and honor. Mordecai steps into royal presence, his kinship finally revealed and rewarded. The verse showcases God’s swift justice, faithful vindication, and perfect timing—encouraging believers to trust that He can overturn any plot and elevate those who remain steadfast. VIII.(1) Did . . . give the house of Haman.--Confiscation of goods necessarily followed on a sentence of death in the East. So, with ourselves, a convicted felon's property is forfeited to the Crown. Verse 1. - On that day did the king... give the house of Haman. When a criminal was executed, everything that belonged to him became the property of the crown, and was disposed of according to the king's pleasure. It pleased Ahasuerus to make over to Esther the house of Haman, with, no doubt, all its content, attendants, furniture, and treasure. The Jews' enemy. This now becomes Haman's ordinary designation (see Esther 9:10, 24). Traditional practices have in many places kept up his memory as one of the most hated adversaries of the nation (see Stanley, 'Lectures on the Jewish Church,' Third Series, pp. 177, 178). And Mordecai came before the king. Mordecai became a high official - one of those in constant attendance on the king. For Esther had told what he was to her. i.e. had revealed his relationship, had told that he was her cousin. Mordecai having been recognised as a "king's benefactor" (Esther 6:3-11), and Esther having been forced to confess herself a Jewess in order to save her nation (Esther 7:3, 4), there was no object in any further concealment.Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew That sameהַה֗וּא (ha·hū) Article | Pronoun - third person masculine singular Strong's 1931: He, self, the same, this, that, as, are day בַּיּ֣וֹם (bay·yō·wm) Preposition-b, Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 3117: A day King הַמֶּ֤לֶךְ (ham·me·leḵ) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 4428: A king Xerxes אֲחַשְׁוֵרוֹשׁ֙ (’ă·ḥaš·wê·rō·wōš) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 325: Ahasuerus -- king of Persia awarded נָתַ֞ן (nā·ṯan) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 5414: To give, put, set Queen הַמַּלְכָּ֔ה (ham·mal·kāh) Article | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 4436: Queen -- a queen Esther לְאֶסְתֵּ֣ר (lə·’es·têr) Preposition-l | Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 635: Esther -- 'star', Ahasuerus' queen who delivered Israel the estate בֵּ֥ית (bêṯ) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 1004: A house of Haman, הָמָ֖ן (hā·mān) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 2001: Haman -- to rage, be turbulent the enemy צֹרֵ֣ר (ṣō·rêr) Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular Strong's 6887: To bind, tie up, be restricted, narrow, scant, or cramped of the Jews. הַיְּהוּדִ֑ים (hay·yə·hū·ḏîm) Article | Noun - proper - masculine plural Strong's 3064: Jews -- Jewish And Mordecai וּמָרְדֳּכַ֗י (ū·mā·rə·do·ḵay) Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 4782: Mordecai -- a companion of Zerubbabel, also a cousin of Esther entered בָּ֚א (bā) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 935: To come in, come, go in, go the king’s הַמֶּ֔לֶךְ (ham·me·leḵ) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 4428: A king presence לִפְנֵ֣י (lip̄·nê) Preposition-l | Noun - common plural construct Strong's 6440: The face because כִּֽי־ (kî-) Conjunction Strong's 3588: A relative conjunction Esther אֶסְתֵּ֖ר (’es·têr) Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 635: Esther -- 'star', Ahasuerus' queen who delivered Israel had revealed הִגִּ֥ידָה (hig·gî·ḏāh) Verb - Hifil - Perfect - third person feminine singular Strong's 5046: To be conspicuous his relation הוּא־ (hū-) Pronoun - third person masculine singular Strong's 1931: He, self, the same, this, that, as, are to her. לָֽהּ׃ (lāh) Preposition | third person feminine singular Strong's 0: 0 Links Esther 8:1 NIVEsther 8:1 NLT Esther 8:1 ESV Esther 8:1 NASB Esther 8:1 KJV Esther 8:1 BibleApps.com Esther 8:1 Biblia Paralela Esther 8:1 Chinese Bible Esther 8:1 French Bible Esther 8:1 Catholic Bible OT History: Esther 8:1 On that day King Ahasuerus gave (Est Esth. 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