Ezra, 6

19. The exiles celebrated the Passover on the fourteenth day of the first month.

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Chapter 6 of Ezra begins with King Darius confirming the decree of Ciro for the reconstruction of the temple in Jerusalem and ordering to be completed. Judah's enemies try to prevent construction again, but this time Governor Tatenai consults King Darius and receives order to allow the work to continue. The temple is completed and consecrated with the celebration of Easter. Below are five verses related to the topics covered in Ezra 6.

Proverbs 21:1: "The king's heart is like a watery of waters in the hand of the Lord; he leans him wherever he wants." This verse talks about how God has control over the hearts of kings and can include them according to their will. This is related to the chapter of Ezra 6, where King Darius confirms Ciro's decree for the reconstruction of the temple.

Nehemiah 8:10: "And said unto them, Enter fat and drink sweetness, and send portions to those who have nothing prepared for themselves; for that day is consecrated to our Lord; therefore, do not sad joy of the Lord is your strength. " This verse talks about the celebration of Easter and the joy that comes from the presence of God. This is related to the chapter of Ezra 6, where the reconstruction of the temple is completed and consecrated with the celebration of Easter.

Nehemiah 6:9: "For they all sought to frighten ourselves, saying, His hands will drop the work, and will not be done. Now, O God, strengthens my hands." This verse talks about the attempt of Judah's enemies from preventing the reconstruction of Jerusalem's walls. This is related to the chapter of Ezra 6, where enemies try to prevent the reconstruction of the temple, but are prevented by Governor Tatenai and King Darius.

Psalm 118:22: "The stone that the builders rejected became the head of the corner." This verse talks about the rejection and exaltation of the cornerstone, which became a metaphor for Jesus Christ. This relates to the chapter of Ezra 6, where the temple is rebuilt as a place of worship of God.

Nehemiah 8:18: "And on the twenty -four day of this month the children of Israel are gathered in fasting and in the garments of sack, and with earth upon you." This verse talks about fasting and repentance of the people of Israel. This is related to the chapter of Ezra 6, where the people of Judah celebrate the consecration of the temple with a period of fasting and prayer.