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In whose name did Haggai and Zechariah prophesy according to Ezra 5:1?
In whose name did Haggai and Zechariah prophesy according to Ezra 5:1?
The God of Israel
Who were with Zerubbabel and Jeshua when they began again to build the house of God according to Ezra 5:2?
Who were with Zerubbabel and Jeshua when they began again to build the house of God according to Ezra 5:2?
The prophets of God
Who was the governor of the region beyond the River according to Ezra 5:3?
Who was the governor of the region beyond the River according to Ezra 5:3?
Tattenai
Whose names were given in response to the question, 'Who commanded you to build this temple and finish this wall?' according to Ezra 5:3-4?
Whose names were given in response to the question, 'Who commanded you to build this temple and finish this wall?' according to Ezra 5:3-4?
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What was upon the elders of the Jews according to Ezra 5:5?
What was upon the elders of the Jews according to Ezra 5:5?
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Who besides Tattenai and his companions wrote to the king according to Ezra 5:6?
Who besides Tattenai and his companions wrote to the king according to Ezra 5:6?
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How did Tattenai and Shethar-Boznai begin their letter after addressing it to Darius the King according to Ezra 5:7?
How did Tattenai and Shethar-Boznai begin their letter after addressing it to Darius the King according to Ezra 5:7?
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What kind of stones were being used in building the temple according to Ezra 5:8?
What kind of stones were being used in building the temple according to Ezra 5:8?
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Whom did Tattenai and his companions address when asking, 'Who commanded you to build this temple and finish this wall?' according to Ezra 5:9?
Whom did Tattenai and his companions address when asking, 'Who commanded you to build this temple and finish this wall?' according to Ezra 5:9?
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Why did Tattenai and his companions ask for the names of the builders according to Ezra 5:10?
Why did Tattenai and his companions ask for the names of the builders according to Ezra 5:10?
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Whose servants were rebuilding the temple according to Ezra 5:11?
Whose servants were rebuilding the temple according to Ezra 5:11?
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Whose hand did God give 'our fathers' into according to Ezra 5:12?
Whose hand did God give 'our fathers' into according to Ezra 5:12?
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What decree did King Cyrus issue according to Ezra 5:13?
What decree did King Cyrus issue according to Ezra 5:13?
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What was given to Sheshbazzar according to Ezra 5:14?
What was given to Sheshbazzar according to Ezra 5:14?
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On what site was the temple to be built according to Ezra 5:15?
On what site was the temple to be built according to Ezra 5:15?
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What has been the state of the temple from the time Sheshbazzar laid the foundation 'until now' according to Ezra 5:16?
What has been the state of the temple from the time Sheshbazzar laid the foundation 'until now' according to Ezra 5:16?
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Where was the search to be made for the decree to rebuild the temple according to Ezra 5:17?
Where was the search to be made for the decree to rebuild the temple according to Ezra 5:17?
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Study Notes
Prophets and Leaders
- Haggai and Zechariah prophesied in the name of the God of Israel.
- Zerubbabel and Jeshua led the rebuilding of the house of God alongside the prophets of God.
Governance and Communication
- Tattenai served as the governor of the region beyond the River.
- Shethar-Boznai accompanied Tattenai in writing a letter to King Darius.
- Tattenai and Shethar-Boznai began their letter with the salutation "All peace."
Building Efforts
- The men constructing the building were asked about who commanded them to build the temple and finish the wall.
- The builders utilized heavy stones during the construction of the temple.
Divine Protection and History
- The elders of the Jews were under the vigilant eye of their God as they rebuilt the temple.
- Tattenai and his companions inquired about the builders' names to inform the king.
- The temple construction was being carried out by the servants of God.
Historical Context
- God placed "our fathers" into the hands of Nebuchadnezzar.
- King Cyrus issued a decree for the building of the house of God.
- Gold and silver articles of the house of God were given to Sheshbazzar.
Site and Progress
- The temple was to be constructed on its former site.
- The state of the temple has been "under construction" since Sheshbazzar laid its foundation.
- A search for the decree to rebuild the temple was to be conducted in the royal treasury.
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Test your knowledge of Chapter 5 from the Book of Ezra with these flashcards. This quiz focuses on key figures and events as depicted in the scripture. Challenge yourself to recall important details and deepen your understanding of this biblical text.
