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Ezra 6:16 Cross-References
Explore 17 cross-references for Ezra 6:16 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Ezra chapter 6 verse 16 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“And the children of Israel, the priests, and the Levites, and the rest of the children of the captivity, kept the dedication of this house of God with joy, the children of the captivity: Chaldee, the sons of the transportation”
Ezra 6:16 (KJV)
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Commentary on Ezra 6:16
And the children of Israel, the priests, and the Levites, and the rest of the children of the captivity, kept the dedication of this house of God with joy. The dedication ceremony celebrated temple completion in 516 BC (sixth year of Darius, Ezra 6:15), marking the culmination of persistent effort despite opposition. The threefold description—'children of Israel, priests, Levites'—emphasizes comprehensive community participation. The inclusion of 'rest of the children of the captivity' underscores that this was the exiles' achievement, those who had experienced Babylonian destruction and now w...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Ezra 6:16
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“and a hundred and twenty thousand sheep. So the king and all the people dedicated the house of God.”
“which he offered to Yahweh”
“And it was at Jerusalem the feast of the dedication”
“and had turned the heart of the king of Assyria to them”
“Let's go to Yahweh's house!”
“Rejoice!”
“[saying]”
“and you shall rejoice in all that you put your hand to”
“And the whole assembly took counsel to keep other seven days: and they kept other seven days with gladness.”
“and the feast seven days.”