Ezra 2:27
“The men of Michmas, an hundred twenty and two.”

What does Ezra 2:27 mean?
Ezra 2:27 in the King James Version of the Bible reads, "The men of Ramah and Geba, six hundred twenty and one." This verse is part of a larger passage that lists the number of Israelites who returned to Jerusalem after the Babylonian exile. While at first glance, this verse may…
Read full commentaryDevotionalFaithful Remnants: The Lessons from Michmas
In the book of Ezra, we encounter a significant period in Israel’s history as exiles returned to Jerusalem after decades in Babylonian captivity. In Ezra 2:27, we find a seemingly simple sentence nestled within a list of returnees: "The men of Michmas, an hundred twenty and…
Read devotionalPrayerA Prayer of Unity and Purpose inspired by Ezra 2:27
O Lord God, Creator of the heavens and the earth, as I come before You today, I am reminded of the significance of unity in a community. I humbly reflect upon Your faithful word, specifically Ezra 2:27, which records, "The men of Michmas, an hundred twenty and two." This simple…
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