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Ezra 3:11 Cross-References
Explore 20 cross-references for Ezra 3:11 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Ezra chapter 3 verse 11 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“And they sang together by course in praising and giving thanks unto the LORD; because he is good, for his mercy endureth for ever toward Israel. And all the people shouted with a great shout, when they praised the LORD, because the foundation of the house of the LORD was laid.”
Ezra 3:11 (KJV)
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Commentary on Ezra 3:11
The responsive singing 'because he is good' echoes Psalm 136 and numerous other passages celebrating God's hesed (steadfast, covenant love). This wasn't innovative worship but rooted in Scripture, demonstrating that biblical praise transcends circumstances. The phrase 'mercy endureth for ever' translates le'olam chasdo, emphasizing God's unchanging faithfulness despite Israel's unfaithfulness that led to exile. The people's great shout accompanied the foundation laying, not the completed temple, showing faith in God's promises before seeing fulfillment. This illustrates the biblical pattern of...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Ezra 3:11
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“for he is good”
“for he is good”
“for he is good”
“his righteousness to children's children;”
“for he is good”
“for Yahweh is good. Sing praises to his name”
“the voice of the bridegroom and the voice of the bride”
“when the fire came down”
“for he is good; for his loving kindness endures forever.”
“Sherebiah”