Ezra 2:17

“The children of Bezai, three hundred twenty and three.”

"The children of Bezai, three hundred twenty and three." - Ezra 2:17
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What does Ezra 2:17 mean?

Ezra 2:17 (KJV) - The children of Bezai, three hundred twenty and three. The book of Ezra is a historical narrative found in the Old Testament, detailing the events surrounding the return of the Jewish exiles from Babylon to Jerusalem. The specific verse, Ezra 2:17, is part of a…

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Counting the Faithful: Lessons from Ezra 2:17

In the book of Ezra, chapter 2, verse 17 we read, "The children of Bezai, three hundred twenty and three." On the surface, this verse might seem like just another enumeration of descendants returning from Babylonian captivity, largely overlooked and forgotten amid the grand…

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A Prayer for Restoration and Community

Heavenly Father, We come before You, acknowledging Your sovereignty and the intricate tapestry of lives You weave together in Your divine purpose. As we reflect on the words found in Ezra 2:17, "The children of Bezai, three hundred twenty and three," we are reminded of the…

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