Ezra 5:14

Afrikaans 1933/1953

En ook die goue en silwervoorwerpe van die huis van God wat Nebukadn,sar uit die tempel in Jerusalem weggevoer en in die tempel van Babel gebring het, dit het koning Kores uit die tempel van Babel uitgehaal, en dit is oorhandig aan een, met die naam van S,sbassar, wat hy as goewerneur aangestel het;

What Does This Mean?

This verse tells us that Cyrus, the king of Persia, returned the gold and silver treasures from the temple of Jerusalem, which Nebuchadnezzar had taken to Babylon. These treasures were given to Sheshbazzar, who was made governor of the region. It shows how God's treasures were eventually returned to their rightful place.

Explained for Children

Imagine you have a really special toy that gets taken away by a mean bully. But then, a kind new leader comes and gives your toy back. That's what happened here, but with gold and silver treasures from God's house. A nice king named Cyrus gave them back to someone named Sheshbazzar.

Historical Background

The book of Ezra was written by Ezra the scribe, a priest and scribe of the Law of Moses, after the Babylonian exile. It is believed to have been written around 450-430 BC. The audience was the returning exiles and those who remained in Babylon. The cultural setting was one of rebuilding and restoring the temple and community life.

Living It Out Today

Today, imagine if you had a cherished item that you lost, but then found it again thanks to someone else's kindness. This verse can remind us that even when things are taken from us, there can be a way for them to return, often through unexpected sources, just as God works in our lives.

Topics

• redemption
• restoration
• leadership
• treasure
• return
• temple

Related Verses

• 2 Chronicles 36:22-23
• Ezra 1:7-11
• Daniel 1:1-2
• Jeremiah 25:12-14
• Ezekiel 1:1-3

Frequently Asked Questions

Who was Nebuchadnezzar in the Bible?

Nebuchadnezzar was a powerful king of Babylon who conquered Jerusalem and took the treasures from its temple to Babylon.

What did Cyrus do with the treasures?

Cyrus, the king of Persia, returned the gold and silver treasures to their rightful place, giving them to Sheshbazzar to oversee their restoration.

Why is Sheshbazzar mentioned?

Sheshbazzar was appointed governor and was entrusted with the treasures returned by Cyrus, indicating the beginning of the rebuilding efforts for the temple in Jerusalem.

How does this verse relate to God's promise?

This verse shows God's faithfulness in restoring what was lost, reflecting His promise to return His people and their treasures to their homeland after exile.