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Ezra 5:1 Cross-References
Explore 4 cross-references for Ezra 5:1 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Ezra chapter 5 verse 1 to related passages throughout the Bible.
The Rebuilding Resumed
“Then the prophets, Haggai the prophet, and Zechariah the son of Iddo, prophesied unto the Jews that were in Judah and Jerusalem in the name of the God of Israel, even unto them.”
Ezra 5:1 (KJV)
Historical Context for Ezra 5:1
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Commentary on Ezra 5:1
The prophets Haggai and Zechariah emerged during a critical period when temple reconstruction had ceased for approximately 16 years (536-520 BC). The Hebrew phrase 'prophesied unto the Jews' (hitnabbeu al-yehudaya) indicates they spoke authoritatively in God's name, not merely offering human encouragement. The specification 'in the name of the God of Israel' (beshem elohe Yisrael) emphasizes prophetic authority derived from divine commission, not personal opinion.Haggai's ministry began in the second year of Darius (520 BC, Haggai 1:1), confronting the people's priority of building personal ho...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Ezra 5:1
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“in the sixth month”
“saying”
“in the second year of Darius”
“and shall shepherd in the strength of Yahweh”