Zeresh
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Zeresh in the Bible?
The wife of Haman, the vizier of Xerxes. She was mentioned in Esther 5:10, 14 and 6:13.
SIGNIFICANCE
Her counsel to Haman regarding the construction of the gallows and her interpretation of Mordecai's status provide critical narrative context for understanding the turning point in the Esther narrative where divine providence operates through human agency.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Zeresh reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Zeresh in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Zeresh clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Esther 5:10
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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
"Zeresh." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/zeresh/