Introduction:
Abagtha is a figure mentioned in the Old Testament, specifically in the Book of Esther. He is one of the seven eunuchs who served King Ahasuerus of Persia. The name Abagtha is of Persian origin, and while the exact meaning is uncertain, it is often associated with nobility or a high-ranking position within the royal court.

Biblical Reference:
Abagtha is mentioned in Esther 1:10. The context of this passage is a grand banquet hosted by King Ahasuerus, during which he calls upon his eunuchs to bring Queen Vashti before him.

Esther 1:10 :
"On the seventh day, when the heart of the king was merry with wine, he commanded Mehuman, Biztha, Harbona, Bigtha, Abagtha, Zethar, and Carkas, the seven eunuchs who attended him..."

Role and Function:
Abagtha, along with the other eunuchs, served in the royal court of King Ahasuerus. Eunuchs in ancient Persian courts often held significant responsibilities, including managing the king's harem, serving as personal attendants, and executing royal commands. The mention of Abagtha in the context of the king's command to bring Queen Vashti indicates his role as a trusted servant who had direct access to the king and queen.

Historical and Cultural Context:
The Book of Esther is set during the reign of King Ahasuerus, commonly identified with Xerxes I, who ruled the Persian Empire from 486 to 465 BC. The Persian court was known for its opulence and complex hierarchy, with eunuchs playing crucial roles in the administration and daily operations of the palace. The presence of eunuchs like Abagtha highlights the structured and ceremonial nature of the Persian royal court.

Significance in the Narrative:
While Abagtha himself does not play a central role in the narrative of Esther, his inclusion among the seven eunuchs underscores the importance of the event described. The refusal of Queen Vashti to appear before the king at the eunuchs' summons sets the stage for the subsequent events in the Book of Esther, including the rise of Esther as queen and the deliverance of the Jewish people from Haman's plot.

Conclusion:
Abagtha's mention in the Book of Esther, though brief, provides insight into the workings of the Persian court and the roles of those who served within it. His position as one of the seven eunuchs highlights the trust and responsibility placed upon him by King Ahasuerus.Abagtha

father of the wine-press

Abagtha

(God-given), one of the seven eunuchs in the Persian court of Ahasuerus. (Esther 1:10)

One of the seven eunuchs in Ahasuerus's court (Esther 1:10; 2:21). ABAGTHA

a-bag'-tha ('abhaghetha', perhaps meaning "fortunate one"): One of the seven eunuchs, or "chamberlains," of Xerxes mentioned in Esther 1:10. The name is Persian, and is one of the many Persian marks in the Book of Esther.

912. Barabbas -- "son of Abba," Barabbas, the Isr. robber released ...
... Of Chaldee origin (dikaiosis and Abba); son of Abba; Bar-abbas, an Israelite --
Barabbas. see HEBREW ga'own. see HEBREW 'Abagtha'. (barabban) -- 9 Occurrences. ...
//strongsnumbers.com/greek2/912.htm - 6k5. Abagtha -- a eunuch of Ahasuerus
... 4, 5. Abagtha. 6 . a eunuch of Ahasuerus. Transliteration: Abagtha Phonetic
Spelling: (ab-ag-thaw') Short Definition: Abagtha. Word ...
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3810. Lo Debar -- "pastureless," a place in Gilead
... see HEBREW 'Abagtha'. see HEBREW lo'. see HEBREW dober. 3809, 3810. Lo Debar
or Lo Debar or Lidbir or Lodebar. 3811 . Strong's Numbers.
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Abagtha (1 Occurrence)
... One of the seven eunuchs in Ahasuerus's court (Esther 1:10; 2:21). Int. Standard
Bible Encyclopedia. ABAGTHA. ... Multi-Version Concordance Abagtha (1 Occurrence). ...
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Abag'tha (1 Occurrence)
Abag'tha. Abagtha, Abag'tha. Abana . Multi-Version Concordance Abag'tha
(1 Occurrence). ... Abagtha, Abag'tha. Abana . Reference Bible.
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Xerxes (24 Occurrences)
... Esther 1:10 On the seventh day, when the heart of the king was merry with wine,
he commanded Mehuman, Biztha, Harbona, Bigtha, and Abagtha, Zethar, and Carcass ...
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Zethar (1 Occurrence)
... Esther 1:10 On the seventh day, when the heart of the king was merry with wine,
he commanded Mehuman, Biztha, Harbona, Bigtha, and Abagtha, Zethar, and Carcass ...
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Unsexed (26 Occurrences)
... Esther 1:10 On the seventh day, when the heart of the king was glad with wine, he
gave orders to Mehuman, Biztha, Harbona, Bigtha, and Abagtha, Zethar, and ...
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Eunuchs (33 Occurrences)
... Esther 1:10 On the seventh day, when the heart of the king was merry with wine,
he commanded Mehuman, Biztha, Harbona, Bigtha, and Abagtha, Zethar, and Carcass ...
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Mehuman (1 Occurrence)
... Esther 1:10 On the seventh day, when the heart of the king was merry with wine,
he commanded Mehuman, Biztha, Harbona, Bigtha, and Abagtha, Zethar, and Carcass ...
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Mehu'man (1 Occurrence)
... Esther 1:10 On the seventh day, when the heart of the king was merry with wine,
he commanded Mehuman, Bizzetha, Harbona, Bigtha, and Abagtha, Zethar, and Carcas ...
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Biztha (1 Occurrence)
... Esther 1:10 On the seventh day, when the heart of the king was merry with wine,
he commanded Mehuman, Biztha, Harbona, Bigtha, and Abagtha, Zethar, and Carcass ...
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