אֲרִידָ֑תָא (a.ri.da.ta)
a.ri.da.ta
Aridatha
N:N-M-PQuick Reference
- Language
- Biblical Hebrew
- Testament
- Old Testament
- Occurrences
- 1 verses
- Root
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- Part of speech
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Word Overview
Aridatha is a proper name appearing only once in the Hebrew Bible, at Esther 9:8. He is identified as one of the ten sons of Haman who were executed by the Jews in Sushe during the events of Purim. The name itself is interpreted to mean "the lion of the decree," combining the word for lion with a term related to a royal order or law.
His inclusion in the list serves a narrative function, emphasizing the complete removal of Haman’s lineage and influence. By naming him alongside his brothers, the text highlights the thoroughness of the judgment against the enemy of the Jews, ensuring no heir remained to claim vengeance or restore the family’s power.
The specificity of the name suggests that these individuals were known figures in the Persian court, making their defeat a public and decisive victory. The mention of Aridatha anchors the historical account in concrete detail, reminding readers of the personal stakes involved in the conflict between Haman’s plot and the survival of the Jewish people.
Based on public-domain lexicons (Strong's, Thayer, Gesenius, Brown-Driver-Briggs and others).
What This Word Means for Your Faith
The name Aridatha appears in a stark list within the book of Esther, marking one of the ten sons of Haman who fell during the events of Purim. This single mention serves as a historical anchor, reminding us that the conflict was not abstract but involved real people and specific lineages. The text lists him alongside his brothers to show the thoroughness of the judgment against those who sought to destroy the Jewish people.
For your faith life, this detail highlights the completeness of God's deliverance. When evil plans are thwarted, the result is often a total removal of threat, ensuring no heir remains to claim vengeance. This specificity in Scripture reassures us that God sees the personal stakes involved in our struggles and acts with decisive power to protect His people.
How it's translated
How this word is rendered word-by-word in the 1 verses where it appears, by frequency.
- Aridatha1×
Forms in the text
The inflected forms of this word as they appear in Scripture, by frequency.
- אֲרִידָֽתָא\׃1×
Key Verses
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Esther 9:8
Poratha, Adalia, Aridatha,
This verse lists Aridatha among Haman's sons, emphasizing the complete eradication of his lineage to prevent future vengeance.