Esther 6:6
So Haman came in. And the king said unto him, What shall be done unto the man whom the king delighteth to honour? Now Haman thought in his heart, To whom would the king delight to do honour more than to myself?
Cross-reference
Esther 3:2
Historical context
Esther 3:2 recounts that Haman was already honored by the king's command—highlighting his assumption that he is again the one to be honored.
Esther 5:11
Historical context
Esther 5:11 recounts Haman's boasting of his honors—directly preceding his assumption that the king wants to honor him again.
Proverbs 16:18
Parallel
In Proverbs 16:18, pride precedes destruction — Haman's arrogant assumption that he is the honored one sets up his sudden fall.
Proverbs 18:12
Contrast
Proverbs 18:12 adds that humility comes before honor — Haman’s pride contrasts with Mordecai’s later exaltation.
Obadiah 1:3
Parallel
Obadiah 1:3 warns that pride deceives the heart — Haman is deceived into thinking he is the king's favorite.
Luke 14:9
Parallel
Luke 14:9 describes being told to give your place to a more honored guest — exactly what happens to Haman when Mordecai is honored.