בִּזְּתָא (biz.ta)
biz.ta
Biztha
N:N-M-PQuick Reference
- Language
- Biblical Hebrew
- Testament
- Old Testament
- Occurrences
- 1 verses
- Root
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- Part of speech
- N:N-M-P
Word Overview
The name Biztha refers to a single individual mentioned in the Book of Esther, specifically as one of the seven eunuchs serving King Ahasuerus (Esther 1:10). These attendants were responsible for bringing the queen’s beauty treatments before her daily appearance. The text identifies him by this proper noun without providing further biographical details or narrative actions.
Linguistic sources note that the name likely derives from a root meaning "booty" or "plunder." This etymology reflects the common ancient practice of naming slaves or court officials based on their origin as captives taken in war. The use of such a name underscores the power dynamics of the Persian court, where individuals were often defined by their status as property rather than personal identity.
Despite its brevity, this single occurrence highlights the historical setting of the Esther narrative. It reminds readers that the royal court was staffed by people from diverse backgrounds, many of whom had lost their freedom in conflict. The name serves as a small but concrete detail grounding the story in its specific time and place.
Based on public-domain lexicons (Strong's, Thayer, Gesenius, Brown-Driver-Briggs and others).
What This Word Means for Your Faith
The name Biztha appears only once in Scripture, listed among the seven eunuchs serving King Ahasuerus in Esther 1:10. This brief mention offers a glimpse into the vast machinery of the Persian court, where individuals often served as attendants to royalty. The text identifies him by this proper noun without providing further biographical details or narrative actions.
Linguistic sources note that the name likely derives from a root meaning "booty" or "plunder." This etymology reflects the common ancient practice of naming slaves or court officials based on their origin as captives taken in war. The use of such a name underscores the power dynamics of the Persian court, where individuals were often defined by their status as property rather than personal identity.
Despite its brevity, this single occurrence highlights the historical setting of the Esther narrative. It reminds readers that the royal court was staffed by people from diverse backgrounds, many of whom had lost their freedom in conflict. The name serves as a small but concrete detail grounding the story in its specific time and place.
How it's translated
How this word is rendered word-by-word in the 1 verses where it appears, by frequency.
- Biztha1×
Forms in the text
The inflected forms of this word as they appear in Scripture, by frequency.
- בִּזְּתָ֨א1×
Key Verses
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Esther 1:10
On the seventh day, when the heart of the king was merry with wine, he commanded Mehuman, Biztha, Harbona, Bigtha, and Abagtha, Zethar, and Carcass, the seven eunuchs who served in the presence of Ahasuerus the king,
This verse lists Biztha among the seven eunuchs who served in the presence of Ahasuerus, highlighting his role as a court attendant during the king's banquet.