Haman

/ˈheɪmən/ proper noun

A character from the Hebrew Bible, the antagonist in the Book of Esther who plots against the Jewish people and is ultimately executed.

A Hebrew name of uncertain origin, prominent in the Purim story where Haman represents persecution of Jews; 'Haman' has become synonymous with anti-Semitic enemies in Jewish tradition.

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