Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Ezra 8:17 Cross-References
Explore 14 cross-references for Ezra 8:17 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Ezra chapter 8 verse 17 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“And I sent them with commandment unto Iddo the chief at the place Casiphia, and I told them what they should say unto Iddo, and to his brethren the Nethinims , at the place Casiphia, that they should bring unto us ministers for the house of our God. I told: Heb. I put words in their mouth”
Ezra 8:17 (KJV)
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Commentary on Ezra 8:17
And I sent them with commandment unto Iddo the chief at the place Casiphia—צִוָּה (tsivvah, commanded) indicates Ezra's apostolic authority, not mere request. אִדּוֹ (Iddo, 'timely' or 'His witness') is הָרֹאשׁ (harosh, the chief/leader), suggesting he headed a significant Levitical settlement at כָּסִפְיָא (Casiphia, 'silvery' or 'silver place'), possibly named for refining activity or economic function. This location apparently housed an organized Levitical community with recognized leadership structure.And I told them what they should say unto Iddo, and to his brethren the Nethinims—נְתִינִ...
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Cross-References for Ezra 8:17
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“the children of Hasupha”
“man by man”
“that you would set in order the things that were lacking”
“and of the priests”
“and touched my mouth; and Yahweh said to me”
“and the children of Solomon's servants”
“behold”
“the Levites went in to do their service in the Tent of Meeting before Aaron”
“and put the words in his mouth. I will be with your mouth”
“If you return”