Parmashta
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Parmashta in the Bible?
Parmashta is listed among the ten sons of Haman in Esther 9:9 who were hanged on the gallows prepared for Mordecai.
SIGNIFICANCE
The inclusion of Parmashta's name among the executed sons of Haman underscores the completeness of the reversal of fortune for the Jewish people and the total elimination of Haman's lineage as recorded in the biblical text.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Parmashta reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Parmashta in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Parmashta clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Esther 9:9
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
"Parmashta." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/parmashta/