Hatach is a figure mentioned in the Book of Esther, a key narrative within the Hebrew Bible that details the account of the Jewish people during their exile in Persia. Hatach serves as a eunuch in the court of King Ahasuerus (commonly identified with Xerxes I), and he plays a crucial role as a messenger between Queen Esther and her cousin Mordecai.

Biblical References:

Hatach is specifically mentioned in Esther 4:5-6. The Berean Standard Bible states:

"Then Esther summoned Hatach, one of the king’s eunuchs appointed to her, and she dispatched him to Mordecai to learn what was troubling him and why. So Hatach went out to Mordecai in the city square in front of the king’s gate."

Role and Significance:

Hatach's role, though brief, is significant in the unfolding of the events in the Book of Esther. As a trusted eunuch of Queen Esther, he acts as an intermediary, conveying messages between Esther and Mordecai during a critical time when the Jewish people face the threat of annihilation due to the edict orchestrated by Haman, the king's advisor.

Hatach's involvement underscores the importance of communication and loyalty within the royal court. His position as a eunuch suggests a level of trust and reliability, as eunuchs were often employed in sensitive roles within the palace due to their perceived loyalty and lack of familial ties that might lead to divided loyalties.

Historical and Cultural Context:

In the Persian Empire, eunuchs were commonly employed in royal households and held various administrative and personal roles. Their unique status allowed them to serve closely with members of the royal family, often acting as confidants and messengers. Hatach's role as a eunuch in Esther's service highlights the intricate workings of the Persian court and the reliance on trusted servants to maintain communication and order.

Theological Implications:

From a theological perspective, Hatach's role can be seen as part of the divine orchestration of events that lead to the deliverance of the Jewish people. His faithful service and the trust placed in him by Esther contribute to the successful communication of Mordecai's plea for help, which ultimately leads to Esther's courageous intervention with the king.

Hatach's presence in the narrative, though not central, is a reminder of the many individuals who play vital roles in God's providential plans, often working behind the scenes to bring about His purposes. His actions, though seemingly minor, are integral to the larger account of deliverance and faithfulness depicted in the Book of Esther.Hatach

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(verily), one of the eunuchs in the court of Ahasuerus. (Esther 4:5,6,9,10) (B.C. 474.)

Verity, one of the eunuchs or chamberlains in the palace of Ahasuerus (Esther 4:5, 6, 9, 10). HATACH

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2047. Hathak -- a Pers. official
... official NASB Word Usage Hathach (4). Hatach. Probably of foreign origin; Hathak,
a Persian eunuch -- Hatach. 2046, 2047. Hathak. 2048 . Strong's Numbers.
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Esther, the Queen.
... Then she sent for the king's chamberlain Hatach, and gave him a command
to Mordecai to tell what caused his grief. Hatach found ...
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Esther's Venture
... THE BOOK OF ESTHER ESTHER'S VENTURE. 'Again Esther spake unto Hatach, and
gave him commandment unto Mordecai: 11. All the king's ...
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A Case of Conscience Resolved
... Yea, Mordecai and she were fain to speak one to another by Hatach, whom the king
had appointed to attend upon the queen (vv 5-9). So she could by no means, at ...
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Hatach (4 Occurrences)
... 9, 10). Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. HATACH. ha'-tak. See HATHACH.
Multi-Version Concordance Hatach (4 Occurrences). Esther 4 ...
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Chargeth (15 Occurrences)
... Jehovah, God of Israel, (YLT). Esther 4:10 and Esther speaketh to Hatach,
and chargeth him for Mordecai: (YLT). Job 4:18 Behold, he ...
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Chamberlains (17 Occurrences)
... Esther 4:5 Then called Esther for Hatach, one of the king's chamberlains, whom he
had appointed to attend upon her, and gave him a commandment to Mordecai, to ...
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Hathach (4 Occurrences)
... Hachrathaios): One of the chamberlains of Ahasuerus, appointed to attend on Esther
(Esther 4:5, 6, 9, 10, the King James Version "Hatach"), through whom she ...
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Street (54 Occurrences)
... Ephraim. (KJV WBS). Esther 4:6 So Hatach went forth to Mordecai unto the street
of the city, which was before the king's gate. (KJV WBS). ...
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Hatch (3 Occurrences)

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Hat

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Declareth (71 Occurrences)
... Jews, to destroy them, (YLT). Esther 4:9 And Hatach cometh in and declareth
to Esther the words of Mordecai, (YLT). Job 9:20 If I ...
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Stationed (49 Occurrences)
... Esther 4:5 And Esther calleth to Hatach, of the eunuchs of the king, whom he hath
stationed before her, and giveth him a charge for Mordecai, to know what this ...
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Public (99 Occurrences)
... troubled. (BBE). Esther 4:6 And Hatach went forth to Mordecai, unto the public
place of the city which was before the king's gate. (DBY). ...
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