Ezra 6:6

Arabic Bible ERV 2009

وَالآنَ يا تَتْنايُ، والِي إقلِيمِ غَرْبِ نَهرِ الفُراتِ وَشَتَرْبُوزْنايُ وَرِفاقَهُم المَسؤُولِينَ هُناكَ، دَعُوهُمْ وَشَأنَهُمْ.

What Does This Mean?

King Darius is instructing Tatnai and his companions to stay away from the construction site of the temple in Jerusalem. He is emphasizing that they should not interfere with the rebuilding of the temple.

Explained for Children

Imagine you're building a really important clubhouse, and the grown-ups tell the other kids to stay away and not bother you. That's what's happening here - the king is telling some people to keep away from the temple being built so that it can be finished without any problems.

Historical Background

This verse is part of the book of Ezra, which was written during the period when the Jews were returning from exile in Babylon. The book was written around the 5th century BCE and is addressing the Persian authorities who were overseeing the region. The cultural setting reflects the Persian Empire's policies toward the rebuilding of Jerusalem.

Living It Out Today

In modern times, this verse teaches us about the importance of allowing others to pursue their important projects without interference. For example, if you notice a community group working on a local charity project, you can help by respecting their space and efforts to complete the project.

Topics

• authority
• rebuilding
• respect
• interference
• construction
• leadership

Related Verses

• 1 Kings 12:26
• Ezra 5:3
• Nehemiah 4:8
• Matthew 22:21
• Acts 18:12

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is King Darius speaking to in Ezra 6:6?

King Darius is speaking to Tatnai, the governor beyond the river, Shetharboznai, and their companions, the Apharsachites.

Why does King Darius instruct them to stay away?

King Darius wants to ensure that the rebuilding of the temple in Jerusalem can proceed without interference from local authorities, allowing the work to be completed according to his decree.

What was the temple being rebuilt for?

The temple was being rebuilt for the Jews returning from exile to restore their place of worship and religious practices in Jerusalem.

How does this verse relate to leadership?

This verse highlights the importance of leaders providing clear directives to ensure that important projects are not hindered by external parties, demonstrating a balance between authority and the protection of legitimate endeavors.