Ezra 6:1

Afrikaans 1933/1953

Toe het koning Dar¡us bevel gegee, en hulle het nagesoek in die argief waar hulle in Babel die skatte wegbêre.

What Does This Mean?

King Darius ordered a search in the royal archives in Babylon to find records about earlier decrees. The archives were where important documents were kept. This verse shows Darius's interest in historical records to make informed decisions.

Explained for Children

Imagine your teacher looks through old school records to find information about past projects. King Darius did something similar. He asked people to look in the big library where they kept important books to find old notes about things that happened before he was the king.

Historical Background

This verse is part of the book of Ezra, written after the Babylonian exile when the Jews were allowed to return to Jerusalem. It was written to record the restoration of the temple and the support from Persian kings. The audience was the returned exiles and future generations to know of God's provision through Persian kings.

Living It Out Today

Today, when facing decisions, look back at past experiences or seek out historical data to make informed choices. For example, a company researching past marketing successes can guide new strategies.

Topics

• history
• leadership
• decision-making
• God's provision
• royal decrees
• records

Related Verses

• 1 Kings 22:36
• 2 Chronicles 36:22
• Ezra 1:1-4
• Nehemiah 2:6-8
• Matthew 22:29

Frequently Asked Questions

Why did Darius need to search the records?

Darius needed to find information about earlier decrees to make informed decisions and ensure he was following the established policies.

What were the 'treasures' in the house of the rolls?

The 'treasures' were the important documents and records kept in the royal archives, which were crucial for governance and decision-making.

How does this relate to the restoration of the temple?

This search was part of the process to ensure that Darius was aware of the earlier decrees allowing the Jews to rebuild the temple in Jerusalem.

What can we learn from Darius's actions?

Darius's actions teach us the importance of looking to past records and wise decisions to guide current actions and decisions.