PART I (Ezra 1-6). THE RETURN UNDER ZERUBBABEL TO THE COMPLETION OF
THE TEMPLE.
Ezra 1:1. The Edict of Cyrus._ Cf._ 2 Chronicles 36:22 f., where Ezra
1:1_ a_ is reproduced almost verbally. These verses are here in their
proper place; they were added to the end of 2 Ch., when this was
separated from... [ Continue Reading ]
THE RETURN OF THE JEWS UNDER SHESHBAZZAR WITH THE HOLY VESSELS. The
carrying out of the decree.
Ezra 1:5. even all. Jerusalem: implying that many did not avail
themselves of the opportunity of returning. The lot of many of the
exiles was far from unhappy, while the prospect for those who might
deci... [ Continue Reading ]