V.3-5 The king does not yet know that Esther is a Jewess, and he asks in surprise who is it that would dare to threaten her life.
V.6 She accuses Haman. Swift vengeance comes upon that haughty, crafty, guilty man. Let us remember as we read this story, that the Lord is behind all that takes place (Prov. 21:1; Psa. 73:19).