Hegai
Biblical eunuch in the Book of Esther
About Hegai
Hegai (, , ) is a character from the Book of Esther, chapter 2, verses 3, 8, 9, and 15. The Masoretic Text also spells his name Hege . He is a eunuch placed in charge of Ahasuerus's harem. Chapters 9 and 15 state that Hegai treats Esther favorably; by acting on Hegai's advice, Esther makes a good impression when she is presented to Ahasuerus.
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Who was Hegai?
biblical eunuch in the Book of Esther
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Hegai. https://biography.guide/hegai/
MLA: "Hegai." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/hegai/.
Chicago: "Hegai." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/hegai/.
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