Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Ezra 6:17 Cross-References
Explore 15 cross-references for Ezra 6:17 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Ezra chapter 6 verse 17 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“And offered at the dedication of this house of God an hundred bullocks, two hundred rams, four hundred lambs; and for a sin offering for all Israel, twelve he goats, according to the number of the tribes of Israel.”
Ezra 6:17 (KJV)
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Commentary on Ezra 6:17
The dedication offerings—'an hundred bullocks, two hundred rams, four hundred lambs'—were substantial but modest compared to Solomon's dedication (1 Kings 8:63: 22,000 oxen, 120,000 sheep). The sin offering of 'twelve he goats, according to the number of the tribes of Israel' maintained all-Israel identity despite only Judah and Benjamin's numerical dominance. This demonstrated covenant continuity—all twelve tribes remained God's people regardless of present circumstances. The inclusive vision maintained hope for future comprehensive restoration.
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Ezra 6:17
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“who had come out of exile”
“and seven rams”
“one hundred forty-four thousand”
“and a hundred and twenty thousand sheep. So the king and all the people dedicated the house of God.”
“Now you have consecrated yourselves to Yahweh; come near and bring sacrifices and thank offerings into the house of Yahweh. The assembly brought in sacrifices and thank offerings; and as many as were of a willing heart [brought] burnt offerings.”
“which he offered to Yahweh”
“then let him offer for his sin”
“which he has sinned”
“the heads of their fathers' houses”