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Biblical Name · Hebrew/Persian Origin
Mordecai Meaning in the Bible
Mordecai
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Mordecai means "Warrior; Little man; Servant of Marduk", a boy's name of Hebrew/Persian origin. Mordecai appears in the King James Bible, and Esther 10:3 is the passage most often tied to it. Mordecai embodies providential courage — standing firm in faith and recognizing divine appointments even in dangerous times.
Is Mordecai in the Bible?
Yes — Mordecai appears in the King James Bible, including Esther 10:3.
Pronunciation:/MOR-deh-ky/
OriginHebrew/Persian
MeaningWarrior; Little man; Servant of Marduk
What does Mordecai mean?
Mordecai is a boy name of Hebrew/Persian origin meaning "Warrior; Little man; Servant of Marduk". Mordecai was Esther's cousin and guardian who refused to bow to Haman, uncovered an assassination plot, and helped save the Jewish people from genocide.
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What does Mordecai mean in the Bible?
Mordecai means "Warrior; Little man; Servant of Marduk" and is a name of Hebrew/Persian origin. Below is what Scripture and Christian tradition attach to that meaning.
Where does Mordecai appear in the Bible (KJV)?
Mordecai is connected to 1 key passage in the King James Bible, beginning with Esther 10:3. Each verse is quoted in full below.
"For Mordecai the Jew was next unto king Ahasuerus, and great among the Jews."
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Which books of the Bible mention Mordecai?
Mordecai is mentioned across 3 books of the Bible. Follow any book below to read it in the KJV.
What is the spiritual meaning of Mordecai?
Mordecai embodies providential courage — standing firm in faith and recognizing divine appointments even in dangerous times.
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Mordecai name meaning: frequently asked questions
Yes — Mordecai appears in the King James Bible, including Esther 10:3.
Mordecai means "Warrior; Little man; Servant of Marduk." It is a Hebrew/Persian name. The King James Bible uses it in Esther 10:3, so the meaning is carried by a real person in Scripture.
Hebrew/Persian. Mordecai comes into English from Hebrew/Persian and carries the sense "Warrior; Little man; Servant of Marduk." It appears in the King James Bible, including Esther 10:3.
Common questions about the name Mordecai
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Where can I read the full biblical context for Mordecai?
You can read every verse where Mordecai appears in the King James Bible by downloading the free KJV PDF or reading online. The download page also includes a bookmarked Book of Psalms KJV PDF for easy reference.