Vaizatha; Vajezatha
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Vaizatha; Vajezatha in the Bible?
Vajezatha is listed among the ten sons of Haman in Esther 9:7-9, with textual variants such as Vaizatha indicating minor manuscript differences in the transmission of the Hebrew and Aramaic texts.
SIGNIFICANCE
Recognizing Vajezatha as a historical figure within the narrative clarifies the specific political tensions and the decisive nature of the Jewish retaliation against Haman's lineage, providing context for the establishment of the festival of Purim.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Vaizatha; Vajezatha reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Vaizatha; Vajezatha in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Vaizatha; Vajezatha clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Esther 9:7-9
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
"Vaizatha; Vajezatha." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/vaizatha-vajezatha/