Ezra 2:18

Azerbajani (Azərbaycan Bibliyası 2008)

Yora övladları – 112 nəfər;

What Does This Mean?

This verse is part of a list of people returning to Jerusalem after the exile. It states that there were 112 descendants of Jorah among those who returned. No one is speaking directly; it's a census list.

Explained for Children

Imagine you're counting all the kids in your class who are wearing red shirts. This verse is like that, but instead of counting kids in a class, it's counting people with the same family name as Jorah.

Historical Background

The Book of Ezra was written by the prophet Ezra around 450 BC. It describes the return of the Jews to Jerusalem from Babylonian exile. The audience was the returning community, and the cultural setting was one of rebuilding and re-establishing the community's identity.

Living It Out Today

Today, when a community faces challenges, understanding its roots and counting its members can be a powerful way to renew its sense of unity and purpose. This could be relevant for a group rebuilding after a crisis.

Topics

• community
• return
• census
• identity
• rebuilding
• Jewish history

Related Verses

• Numbers 1:1-16
• Ezra 2:36
• Nehemiah 7:22
• Luke 2:1-5
• 1 Peter 2:9-10

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is the number of people important?

Counting the people helps to understand the size and organization of the returning community, which was crucial for rebuilding Jerusalem.

Was Jorah a common name?

The verse suggests that Jorah was a family name. The fact that there were 112 descendants suggests it was significant but not necessarily common.

What does this list tell us about the return from exile?

It shows that the return was organized and that the community kept detailed records, which was important for their re-establishment.

How does this relate to modern community-building?

This verse shows the importance of knowing who is part of your community, which can help in organizing and supporting community efforts today.