Haman

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Haman in the Bible

Official who plotted against the Jews

The Persian official whose plot against the Jews drives the central conflict in Esther. Primary biblical coverage: Esther 3–9.

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Haman at a Glance

TestamentOld Testament
First AppearanceEsther 3:1
Last AppearanceEsther 9:24
Known ForThe Persian official whose plot against the Jews drives the central conflict in Esther.
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