Ezra 7:19

Arabic Bible ERV 2009

وَأمّا الآنِيَةُ الَّتِي أُعطِيَتْ لَكَ مِنْ أجلِ خَدَماتِ بَيتِ إلَهِكَ، فَضَعْها فِي حَضْرَةِ إلَهِ مَدينَةِ القُدْسِ.

What Does This Mean?

This verse instructs Ezra to deliver the sacred vessels intended for the service of God's temple in Jerusalem. The speaker is likely a representative of the Persian king, giving Ezra these instructions. The key message is about faithfully delivering sacred items to the right place for God's service.

Explained for Children

Imagine you're given a special toy to give to your friend at their birthday party. This verse is like that - Ezra is given special things to take to God's 'house' in Jerusalem.

Historical Background

Ezra 7:19 is part of the book of Ezra, written by Ezra himself around 450 BC. It reflects the time when the Jews were returning from exile in Babylon and restoring the temple in Jerusalem. The Persian king Cyrus had allowed this return and provided support for the restoration.

Living It Out Today

In a modern context, this verse can be seen as a reminder to ensure that items or resources intended for a church or religious service are used as intended, showing respect and faithfulness to one's beliefs.

Topics

• faithfulness
• sacred objects
• restoration
• religious service
• deliverance
• leadership

Related Verses

• Exodus 25:8
• Ezra 1:7
• Nehemiah 7:70
• 1 Kings 7:51
• 1 Corinthians 9:13

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 'service of the house of thy God' mean?

It refers to the duties and rituals performed in God's temple for worship and offering sacrifices.

Who is speaking in Ezra 7:19?

The speaker is likely a representative of the Persian king Cyrus, giving instructions to Ezra regarding the delivery of sacred vessels to Jerusalem.

How does this verse relate to the broader context of Ezra?

This verse is part of a series of instructions for Ezra as he leads a group of Jews back to Jerusalem to rebuild the temple and restore worship.

What can we learn about leadership from Ezra 7:19?

Leadership involves being entrusted with important tasks and faithfully completing them, especially those related to religious duties and restoration efforts.