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Ezra 1:5 Cross-References
Explore 8 cross-references for Ezra 1:5 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Ezra chapter 1 verse 5 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“Then rose up the chief of the fathers of Judah and Benjamin, and the priests, and the Levites, with all them whose spirit God had raised, to go up to build the house of the LORD which is in Jerusalem.”
Ezra 1:5 (KJV)
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Commentary on Ezra 1:5
Then rose up the chief of the fathers of Judah and Benjamin, and the priests, and the Levites, with all them whose spirit God had raised, to go up to build the house of the LORD which is in Jerusalem. This verse identifies the respondents. The phrase 'rose up' (qum) indicates decisive action. Leadership came from Judah and Benjamin—tribes comprising the southern kingdom.The inclusion of 'priests and Levites' emphasizes the religious nature of the return. These groups had special responsibility for temple service, making their participation essential. Without priestly leadership, temple rebuild...
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Cross-References for Ezra 1:5
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“that the word of Yahweh by the mouth of Jeremiah might be accomplished”
“that the word of Yahweh by the mouth of Jeremiah might be accomplished”
“for his good pleasure.”
“I and some few men with me; neither told I any man what my God put into my heart to do for Jerusalem; neither was there any animal with me”
“who puts the same earnest care for you into the heart of Titus.”
“my beloved brothers.”
“but the answer of the tongue is from Yahweh.”
“don't imitate that which is evil”