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Guiding Questions: Ezra 5

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This is part of the Tanakh Yomi Project.

To whom is credit given for the rebuilding of the “House of God” in spite of the order not to proceed?
How does the author explain that building proceeded “in spite of” (Ezra 5:5)?
In connection with the letter to Darius (Ezra 5:12), what explanation is given for the history of the exile and the return?
According to Ezra 5:16, was the “House of God” completed at the time the communication was sent?
How do the writers of the letter suggest that their right to rebuild be proven (Ezra 5:17)?

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Exploring Judaism is the digital home for Conservative/Masorti Judaism, embracing the beauty and complexity of Judaism, and our personal search for meaning, learning, and connecting. Our goal is to create content based on three core framing: Meaning-Making (Why?), Practical Living (How?), and Explainers (What?).

Post categories: Ezra, Ketuvim (Writings), Tanakh, Tanakh Yomi

Post tags: Ezra 5, Perek Yomi (USCJ)

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