Ezra 8:6

Arabic Simplified (الكِتاب المُقَدَّس: التَّرْجَمَةُ العَرَبِيَّةُ المُبَسَّطَةُ)

وَمِنْ بَنِي عَادِينَ عَابِدُ بْنُ يُونَاثَانَ وَمَعَهُ خَمْسُونَ رَجُلًا.

What Does This Mean?

This verse from Ezra lists Ebed, the son of Jonathan, and fifty other males from the family of Adin who are part of a larger group returning to Jerusalem. It's a record of those who came back with Ezra to rebuild the city and the temple.

Explained for Children

Imagine you're organizing a big family reunion. This verse is like saying, 'Ebed, who is Jonathan's son, is bringing 50 of his cousins to the party.' It's a way to keep track of who's coming to help rebuild their home.

Historical Background

Ezra 8 was written by Ezra, a priest and scribe, around 450 BC. It documents the return of a group of Jews from Babylon to Jerusalem after their exile. The audience is the Jewish community, detailing who was part of this important journey.

Living It Out Today

Today, when you're part of a group project, remember that each person, like Ebed and his 50 companions, brings unique strengths and numbers to make the task possible. It's about teamwork and commitment.

Topics

• rebuilding
• return from exile
• community
• leadership
• genealogy
• commitment

Related Verses

• Numbers 1:1-3
• 1 Chronicles 9:1-2
• Ezra 2:1-2
• 1 Thessalonians 1:1
• Revelation 7:4-8

Frequently Asked Questions

Who was Ebed?

Ebed was the son of Jonathan and one of the leaders bringing people back from exile in Babylon to Jerusalem.

Why is the number fifty significant?

The number fifty may represent a standard group size used for organization or might signify a significant contribution to the return effort.

What was the purpose of listing names?

Listing names helped keep track of who was involved in the return and could be used for organizing tasks and responsibilities.

How does this relate to the rebuilding of Jerusalem?

This list is part of the documentation of the people involved in the efforts to rebuild Jerusalem and the temple after the exile.