그러자 아내 세레스는 남편의 친구들과 함께 이런 조언을 하였다. `그런 사람은 되도록 세상에 널리 알려서 부끄럽게 하도록 기둥에 매달아 죽여야합니다. 지금 당장 통나무로 약 23미터쯤 되는 교수대를 세워 놓고, 내일 아침 왕궁에 들어가시면 그것부터 임금님께 말씀드리세요! 유다인을 진멸시키도록 이미 허락해 주셨으니, 한 사람쯤이야 문제도 없어요! 그리고 즉각 모르드개를 그 기둥에 달아버리세요. 그런 다음에 즐거운 마음으로 임금님과 함께 왕후의 잔치에 나가세요!' 하만은 이 말을 좋게 여기고, 즉각 교수대를 세우도록 명령하였다.
이 구절의 의미
This verse describes a plot by Haman and his wife Zeresh to build a gallows to hang Mordecai, who had angered Haman. Zeresh suggests this plan, which pleases Haman, and he immediately starts the construction of the gallows.
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Imagine if your friend was really mad at someone and wanted to make them very sad. Zeresh, Haman's wife, suggested a very mean plan to make Mordecai, who had upset Haman, very upset. Haman liked this idea and decided to build a tall gallows to hang Mordecai.
역사적 배경
The Book of Esther was likely written in the 5th century BCE. It was authored by an unknown author, possibly a Jew living in Persia. The audience is primarily Jews, recounting their deliverance from a genocidal plot. The cultural setting is the Persian Empire, where Jewish people lived under Persian rule.
오늘의 적용
This verse can be related to how we handle our anger and conflicts. Instead of plotting revenge, it's better to seek understanding and forgiveness. For instance, if someone at work has upset you, rather than plotting to get them in trouble, try talking it out or seeking mediation.