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Name the king, country, and year mentioned in Ezra 1:1.
Name the king, country, and year mentioned in Ezra 1:1.
Cyrus king of Persia, First year of reign
Whom was the phrase 'in order to fulfill the word of the Lord...' spoken by according to Ezra 1:1?
Whom was the phrase 'in order to fulfill the word of the Lord...' spoken by according to Ezra 1:1?
Jeremiah
What did the Lord do to Cyrus in Ezra 1:1?
What did the Lord do to Cyrus in Ezra 1:1?
- He had moved his heart, 2) make a proclamation throughout his realm, 3) and also put it in writing
This is what _____ _____ of ______ says according to Ezra 1:2.
This is what _____ _____ of ______ says according to Ezra 1:2.
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The 1, the 1 of 3, has given me all the 4__ of the 5 and he has 6_ me to build a 7 for him at 8__ in 9.
The 1, the 1 of 3, has given me all the 4__ of the 5 and he has 6_ me to build a 7 for him at 8__ in 9.
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Where may any of his people go up to and build according to Ezra 1:3?
Where may any of his people go up to and build according to Ezra 1:3?
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Name the three locations where God is said to be according to Ezra 1:3.
Name the three locations where God is said to be according to Ezra 1:3.
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Where would survivors be living according to Ezra 1:4?
Where would survivors be living according to Ezra 1:4?
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What are the people to provide them with while living in any locality according to Ezra 1:4?
What are the people to provide them with while living in any locality according to Ezra 1:4?
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Name the people whose heart God had moved according to Ezra 1:5.
Name the people whose heart God had moved according to Ezra 1:5.
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What were the people named in the last question prepared to do according to Ezra 1:5?
What were the people named in the last question prepared to do according to Ezra 1:5?
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What did their neighbors assist them with according to Ezra 1:6?
What did their neighbors assist them with according to Ezra 1:6?
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King Cyrus took whose articles and from where according to Ezra 1:7?
King Cyrus took whose articles and from where according to Ezra 1:7?
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Who was the treasurer and what had they done according to Ezra 1:8?
Who was the treasurer and what had they done according to Ezra 1:8?
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According to Ezra 1:9-10, the inventory concluded of what types of metal and what amount of it?
According to Ezra 1:9-10, the inventory concluded of what types of metal and what amount of it?
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In all there were how many articles of what two metals according to Ezra 1:11?
In all there were how many articles of what two metals according to Ezra 1:11?
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What had Sheshbazzar done according to Ezra 1:11?
What had Sheshbazzar done according to Ezra 1:11?
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Please add up all your points and vary how much percent you got off this quiz.
Please add up all your points and vary how much percent you got off this quiz.
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What does PBE stand for?
What does PBE stand for?
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What book is referenced as Ezra C1?
What book is referenced as Ezra C1?
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Study Notes
Overview of Ezra Chapter 1
- Cyrus, king of Persia, initiated events in the first year of his reign.
- God fulfilled His promise through Cyrus, as prophesied by Jeremiah.
Actions of Cyrus
- God moved Cyrus' heart to issue a proclamation.
- Cyrus ordered the rebuilding of the temple in Jerusalem.
Proclamation Contents
- Emphasizes that the Lord is the God of heaven and earth.
- Cyrus stressed the importance of building a temple for the Lord in Jerusalem.
Locations and Offerings
- Jews were encouraged to return to Jerusalem in Judah to construct the temple.
- God is recognized in multiple locations: Israel, Jerusalem, and among the people.
Support for the Exiles
- Neighbors provided essentials such as silver, gold, livestock, and freewill offerings for the temple.
- Emphasis on community support for the rebuilding efforts.
People Involved
- God moved the hearts of the families of Judah and Benjamin, including priests and Levites, to aid in the temple construction.
- Sheshbazzar led the returning exiles to Jerusalem to rebuild the temple.
Treasures Taken from the Temple
- Articles from the temple were taken by Nebuchadnezzar, which Cyrus restored to the Jewish leaders.
- Mithredath, the treasurer, counted these items for Sheshbazzar, the prince of Judah.
Inventory of Articles
- The inventory included specific quantities of gold and silver items:
- Gold Dishes: 30
- Silver Dishes: 1,000
- Silver Pans: 29
- Gold Bowls: 30
- Matching Silver Bowls: 410
- Other Articles: 1,000
- A total of 5,400 articles made of gold and silver were transported back to Jerusalem.
Conclusion of Chapter 1
- Sheshbazzar brought back a significant number of articles along with the exiles from Babylon to Jerusalem.
- Total points possible from the quiz related to this chapter are 58.
Additional Information
- PBE stands for Pathfinder Bible Experience.
- This study note focuses on the first chapter of the Book of Ezra in the Bible.
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Explore the significant events of Ezra Chapter 1, highlighting King Cyrus's proclamation and God's promise to rebuild the Jerusalem temple. Understand the community's role and the support provided for the exiles' return. This chapter emphasizes the importance of faith and cooperation in fulfilling divine purpose.