Ezra 1:4
“And whosoever remaineth in any place where he sojourneth, let the men of his place help him with silver, and with gold, and with goods, and with beasts, beside the freewill offering for the house of God that is in Jerusalem.”
What does Ezra 1:4 mean?
Ezra 1:4 (KJV) reads, "And whosoever remaineth in any place where he sojourneth, let the men of his place help him with silver, and with gold, and with goods, and with beasts, beside the freewill offering for the house of God that is in Jerusalem." Context: The book of Ezra, in…
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The ancient city of Jerusalem stood as a beacon of hope for the Israelites, even amid their prolonged exile. In Ezra 1:4, we find a clear call to generosity and communal support as a remnant of God’s people prepares to return home. The verse states, "And whosoever remaineth in…
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Heavenly Father, We come before You with grateful hearts, acknowledging Your sovereignty and love that encompasses all of creation. Your Word, as recorded in the book of Ezra, speaks volumes to us today, particularly in Ezra 1:4 where it is written: "And whosoever remaineth in…
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