Ezra 3:8
Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for Ezra 3:8 — by Collins Asein
Quick Summary
Ezra 3:8 is a verse from the book of Ezra in the Old Testament. Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.
Ezra 3:8 — NIV
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Cross-References for Ezra 3:8
“When the builders laid the foundation of the temple of the LORD, the priests in their vestments and with trumpets, and the Levites (the sons of Asaph) with cymbals, took their places to praise the LORD, as prescribed by David king of Israel.”
Continuation of the same event.
“He appointed some of the Levites to minister before the ark of the LORD, to extol, thank, and praise the LORD, the God of Israel:”
Levites appointed to oversee the work.
“of whom 24,000 were to supervise the work of the temple of the LORD and 6,000 were to be officials and judges,”
Levites appointed to oversee the work.
“But many of the older priests and Levites and family heads, who had seen the former temple, wept aloud when they saw the foundation of this temple being laid, while many others shouted for joy.”
Contrast of reactions to the rebuilding effort.
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