◄ Esther 7:9 ►
Then Harbonah, one of the eunuchs attending the king, said: "There is a gallows fifty cubits high at Haman's house. He had it built for Mordecai, who gave the report that saved the king." "Hang him on it!" declared the king. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Esther 7:9? 2. How does Esther 7:9 demonstrate God's justice in Haman's downfall? 3. What role does divine timing play in Esther 7:9's events? 4. How does Haman's fate connect to Proverbs 26:27 about digging a pit? 5. How can we trust God's justice when facing adversaries, as seen in Esther? 6. What lessons on humility can we learn from Haman's example in Esther 7:9? 7. How does Esther 7:9 demonstrate divine justice in the story of Esther? 8. What role does irony play in Esther 7:9 regarding Haman's fate? 9. How does Esther 7:9 reflect the theme of reversal of fortunes? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Esther 7? 11. What is the main plot of the Book of Esther? 12. How did Esther save the Jews from Haman's plot? 13. Who was Haman the Agagite in biblical history? 14. How does Esther 8:8 reconcile with the supposed irrevocability of Persian law if a second decree effectively overrules the first? Discussion Questions 1. How does Esther 7:9 illustrate the principle of "reaping what you sow," and how can this principle be applied in our daily lives? 2. In what ways does Esther's courage inspire you to stand up for what is right in your own context? 3. How does the account of Haman's downfall serve as a warning against pride and plotting evil? Can you think of a modern example where this principle applies? 4. Reflect on a time when you have seen God's providence at work in your life or the lives of others. How does this encourage you in your faith journey? 5. How can the account of Esther and the events of chapter 7 encourage believers to trust in God's justice and timing, even when circumstances seem dire? Esther 7 Bible Study Questions 1. How does Esther demonstrate courage in this chapter? 2. What can we learn from the sudden reversal of Haman's fortune? 3. How does this chapter highlight the theme of justice? 4. How does King Xerxes react to Esther's revelation? What does this tell us about his character? 5. What is the significance of Esther revealing her Jewish identity at this point in the narrative? 6. How can the act of standing up against injustice, as Esther did, be applied to modern-day situations? 7. What lessons can be derived from the way Haman reacted when faced with his downfall? 8. How did Haman's own actions contribute to his downfall? 9. How does this chapter depict the concept of poetic justice? 10. How might Esther’s courage inspire you to confront injustices in your own life? 11. What role does faith play in Esther's actions? 12. How can Esther's courage be modeled in today's society where standing against oppression is needed? 13. How do you think Esther felt during her banquet knowing she was about to reveal her secret? 14. If you were in Esther's position, how would you have approached the situation? 15. Can you think of a time when you were forced to reveal a difficult truth? How does Esther’s story influence your perspective on such situations? 16. How does Esther 7 underscore the importance of speaking out even when it's difficult? 17. How does the downfall of Haman serve as a cautionary tale in modern times? 18. How can you apply the themes of courage, justice, and faith in your personal or professional life? 19. How does the narrative of Esther 7 inspire you to have faith in the ultimate triumph of good over evil? 20. What steps can you take to be courageous like Esther when facing a challenging situation that requires standing up for justice? Links Esther 7:9 NIV Esther 7:9 NLT Esther 7:9 ESV Esther 7:9 NASB Esther 7:9 KJV Esther 7:9 Commentaries Bible Hub