Aspatha
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Aspatha in the Bible?
One of the ten sons of Haman, mentioned in Esther 9:7. According to Thesaurus, Add. 71, after Pott and Benfey, his name means 'given by a sacred horse'.
SIGNIFICANCE
Identifying Aspatha as one of Haman's executed sons clarifies the narrative of the Purim story, illustrating the complete reversal of fortune for the Jewish people and the elimination of their primary antagonist's lineage.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Aspatha reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Aspatha in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Aspatha clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Esther 9:7
Source Attribution
Built upon the 1915 International Standard Bible Encyclopedia and Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897). Entries have been modernized, checked for academic truthfulness, and shortened for clarity.
How to Cite This Entry
"Aspatha." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/aspatha/