Ezra 7:17
Ezra 7:17 in Multiple Translations
With this money, therefore, you are to buy as many bulls, rams, and lambs as needed, together with their grain offerings and drink offerings, and offer them on the altar at the house of your God in Jerusalem.
That thou mayest buy speedily with this money bullocks, rams, lambs, with their meat offerings and their drink offerings, and offer them upon the altar of the house of your God which is in Jerusalem.
therefore thou shalt with all diligence buy with this money bullocks, rams, lambs, with their meal-offerings and their drink-offerings, and shalt offer them upon the altar of the house of your God which is in Jerusalem.
So with this money get with care oxen, sheep, and lambs, with their meal offerings and their drink offerings, to be offered on the altar of the house of your God, which is in Jerusalem.
You are to use this money first to buy as many bulls, rams, and lambs as necessary, along with their grain offerings and drink offerings, and present them on the altar at the Temple of your God in Jerusalem.
That thou mayest bye speedily with this siluer, bullocks, rammes, lambes, with their meate offrings and their drinke offrings: and thou shalt offer them vpon the altar of the house of your God, which is in Ierusalem.
therefore thou dost speedily buy with this money, bullocks, rams, lambs, and their presents, and their libations, and dost bring them near to the altar of the house of your God that [is] in Jerusalem,
Therefore you shall with all diligence buy with this money bulls, rams, and lambs with their meal offerings and their drink offerings, and shall offer them on the altar of the house of your God which is in Jerusalem.
That thou mayest buy speedily with this money bullocks, rams, lambs, with their meat-offerings and their drink-offerings, and offer them upon the altar of the house of your God which is in Jerusalem.
Take freely, and buy diligently with this money, calves, rams, lambs, with the sacrifices and libations of them, and offer them upon the altar of the temple of your God, that is in Jerusalem.
With this money, you should buy the bulls, rams, lambs, and the grain and wine that the priests will burn on the altar outside the temple of your God in Jerusalem.
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Ezra 7:17 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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כָּ/ל
קֳבֵ֣ל
דְּנָה֩
אָסְפַּ֨רְנָא
תִקְנֵ֜א
בְּ/כַסְפָּ֣/א
דְנָ֗ה
תּוֹרִ֤ין
דִּכְרִין֙
אִמְּרִ֔ין
וּ/מִנְחָתְ/ה֖וֹן
וְ/נִסְכֵּי/ה֑וֹן
וּ/תְקָרֵ֣ב
הִמּ֔וֹ
עַֽל
מַדְבְּחָ֔/ה
דִּ֛י
בֵּ֥ית
אֱלָהֲ/כֹ֖ם
דִּ֥י
בִ/ירוּשְׁלֶֽם
כָּ/ל
kôl
H3606
all
Adj | Conj
קֳבֵ֣ל
qᵉbêl
H6903
before
Adj
דְּנָה֩
dên
H1836
this
Adj
אָסְפַּ֨רְנָא
ʼoçparnâʼ
H629
diligently
Adj
תִקְנֵ֜א
qᵉnâʼ
H7066
to buy
Adj
בְּ/כַסְפָּ֣/א
kᵉçaph
H3702
silver
Adj | N-ms | Art
דְנָ֗ה
dên
H1836
this
Adj
תּוֹרִ֤ין
tôwr
H8450
bullock
Adj
דִּכְרִין֙
dᵉkar
H1798
ram
Adj
אִמְּרִ֔ין
ʼimmar
H563
lamb
Adj
וּ/מִנְחָתְ/ה֖וֹן
minchâh
H4504
offering
Adj | N-fp | Suff
וְ/נִסְכֵּי/ה֑וֹן
nᵉçak
H5261
drink offering
Adj | N-mp | Suff
וּ/תְקָרֵ֣ב
qᵉrêb
H7127
to approach
Adj | V-Piel-Imperf-2ms
הִמּ֔וֹ
himmôw
H1994
they
Adj
עַֽל
ʻal
H5922
since
Adj
מַדְבְּחָ֔/ה
madbach
H4056
altar
Adj | Art
דִּ֛י
dîy
H1768
that
Adj
בֵּ֥ית
bayith
H1005
house
Adj
אֱלָהֲ/כֹ֖ם
ʼĕlâhh
H426
god
Adj | Suff
דִּ֥י
dîy
H1768
that
Adj
בִ/ירוּשְׁלֶֽם
Yᵉrûwshâlêm
H3390
Jerusalem
Adj | N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — Ezra 7:17
כָּ/ל
kôl
H3606
"all"
Adj | Conj
The Hebrew word for all or everything, used in the Bible to describe the entirety of something, like all people or all things. It appears in Genesis and Psalms to emphasize God's power over everything. This word is often translated as 'all' or 'every' in English Bibles.
Definition: 1) all, whole, the whole 1a) the whole of, all 1b) every, any, none
Usage: Occurs in 74 OT verses. KJV: all, any, + (forasmuch) as, + be-(for this) cause, every, + no (manner, -ne), + there (where) -fore, + though, what (where, who) -soever, (the) whole. See also: Ezra 4:14; Daniel 3:29; Daniel 7:27.
קֳבֵ֣ל
qᵉbêl
H6903
"before"
Adj
This Hebrew word is used to describe something that is in front of or before something else. It can also mean because of or on account of something. The word is used in various contexts throughout the Old Testament, including in the books of Genesis and Isaiah.
Definition: subst 1) front prep 2) in front of, before, because of, in view of, by reason of, because of this, therefore conj 3) because that, inasmuch as, although, according as, before adv 4) accordingly, then
Usage: Occurs in 29 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] according to, [phrase] as, [phrase] because, before, [phrase] for this cause, [phrase] forasmuch as, [phrase] by this means, over against, by reason of, [phrase] that, [phrase] therefore, [phrase] though, [phrase] wherefore. See also: Ezra 4:14; Daniel 3:7; Daniel 6:23.
דְּנָה֩
dên
H1836
"this"
Adj
This Hebrew word means 'this' or 'therefore' and is used to point to something specific. It is often used in the Bible to connect ideas or explain a reason.
Definition: demons pron 1) this, on account of this adv 2) therefore
Usage: Occurs in 53 OT verses. KJV: (afore-) time, [phrase] after this manner, here (-after), one...another, such, there(-fore), these, this (matter), [phrase] thus, where(-fore), which. See also: Ezra 4:11; Daniel 2:29; Jeremiah 10:11.
אָסְפַּ֨רְנָא
ʼoçparnâʼ
H629
"diligently"
Adj
This word means to do something diligently or eagerly, like when someone works hard or responds quickly. It is used to describe urgent actions in the Bible.
Definition: 1) thoroughly 2) (CLBL) eagerly, diligently
Usage: Occurs in 7 OT verses. KJV: fast, forthwith, speed(-ily). See also: Ezra 5:8; Ezra 6:13; Ezra 7:26.
תִקְנֵ֜א
qᵉnâʼ
H7066
"to buy"
Adj
To buy or purchase something means to acquire it in exchange for something else, usually money or goods. In the Bible, buying and selling are common activities, and the concept of purchase is mentioned in various contexts, including business transactions and trade.
Definition: (P'al) to acquire, buy, purchase Aramaic of qa.nah (קָנָה "to buy" H7069)
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: buy. See also: Ezra 7:17.
בְּ/כַסְפָּ֣/א
kᵉçaph
H3702
"silver"
Adj | N-ms | Art
Silver, whether as a metal or a form of money, like the shekels used in Exodus 21. It represents value and wealth in the Bible.
Definition: 1) silver 1a) as metal 1b) as money
Usage: Occurs in 13 OT verses. KJV: money, silver. See also: Ezra 5:14; Ezra 7:22; Daniel 5:23.
דְנָ֗ה
dên
H1836
"this"
Adj
This Hebrew word means 'this' or 'therefore' and is used to point to something specific. It is often used in the Bible to connect ideas or explain a reason.
Definition: demons pron 1) this, on account of this adv 2) therefore
Usage: Occurs in 53 OT verses. KJV: (afore-) time, [phrase] after this manner, here (-after), one...another, such, there(-fore), these, this (matter), [phrase] thus, where(-fore), which. See also: Ezra 4:11; Daniel 2:29; Jeremiah 10:11.
תּוֹרִ֤ין
tôwr
H8450
"bullock"
Adj
In Hebrew, this word means a bull or young ox, often used for sacrifice, as seen in the Aramaic word 'shor' meaning cattle.
Definition: bull, young bull, ox (for sacrifice) Aramaic of shor (שׁוֹר "cattle" H7794)
Usage: Occurs in 7 OT verses. KJV: bullock, ox. See also: Ezra 6:9; Daniel 4:22; Daniel 5:21.
דִּכְרִין֙
dᵉkar
H1798
"ram"
Adj
The Hebrew word for a male sheep, or ram, is used in the Bible to describe a strong and powerful animal, often used in sacrifices and offerings. It appears in Exodus and Leviticus, describing the animals used in worship. The word is also used in Psalm 118:27.
Definition: ram
Usage: Occurs in 3 OT verses. KJV: ram. See also: Ezra 6:9; Ezra 6:17; Ezra 7:17.
אִמְּרִ֔ין
ʼimmar
H563
"lamb"
Adj
This Hebrew word simply means a lamb, a young sheep. It is used in the Bible to describe a sacrificial animal or a symbol of innocence. The KJV translates it as lamb.
Definition: lamb
Usage: Occurs in 3 OT verses. KJV: lamb. See also: Ezra 6:9; Ezra 6:17; Ezra 7:17.
וּ/מִנְחָתְ/ה֖וֹן
minchâh
H4504
"offering"
Adj | N-fp | Suff
This word is similar to H4503, also referring to a sacrificial offering, often a meal offering. It appears in Numbers 5:15, describing an offering to God. In the Bible, offerings were a way to worship God.
Definition: 1) gift, offering 1a) oblation, offering (to God through representative) 1b) meal offering
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: oblation, meat offering. See also: Ezra 7:17; Daniel 2:46.
וְ/נִסְכֵּי/ה֑וֹן
nᵉçak
H5261
"drink offering"
Adj | N-mp | Suff
A drink offering was a type of sacrifice made to God, where a liquid was poured out as an offering. This Hebrew word is used in Numbers and Deuteronomy to describe the ritual. The word is also used to describe the act of giving a drink to someone.
Definition: something poured out, libation, drink offering, libation offering Aramaic of ne.sekh (נֶ֫סֶךְ "drink offering" H5262)
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: drink offering. See also: Ezra 7:17.
וּ/תְקָרֵ֣ב
qᵉrêb
H7127
"to approach"
Adj | V-Piel-Imperf-2ms
To approach or draw near to someone or something, often in a physical or spiritual sense, as seen in Psalm 119:151 where the psalmist draws near to God's commandments. This word can also mean to offer or present something to someone.
Definition: 1) to approach, come near 1a) (P'al) to approach 1b) (Pael) to offer, draw near 1c) (Aphel) to be summoned
Usage: Occurs in 9 OT verses. KJV: approach, come (near, nigh), draw near. See also: Ezra 6:10; Daniel 3:26; Daniel 7:16.
הִמּ֔וֹ
himmôw
H1994
"they"
Adj
This Hebrew word is another way to say 'they' or 'them', referring to a group of people. It is used as a subject or object in sentences, and appears in various books of the Bible, including Leviticus and Numbers.
Definition: 1) they, them 1a) they (subject) 1b) them (object)
Usage: Occurs in 11 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] are, them, those. See also: Ezra 4:10; Ezra 5:14; Daniel 3:22.
עַֽל
ʻal
H5922
"since"
Adj
Similar to H5921, this word means on, above, or because of something. It is often used to describe a reason or a direction, like in Genesis 18:5 where Abraham is asked to walk before God.
Definition: 1) upon, over, on account of, above, to, against 1a) upon, over, on account of, regarding, concerning, on behalf of 1b) over (with verbs of ruling) 1c) above, beyond (in comparison) 1d) to, against (of direction)
Usage: Occurs in 86 OT verses. KJV: about, against, concerning, for, (there-) fore, from, in, [idiom] more, of, (there-, up-) on, (in-) to, [phrase] why with. See also: Ezra 4:8; Daniel 4:2; Daniel 7:28.
מַדְבְּחָ֔/ה
madbach
H4056
"altar"
Adj | Art
An altar is a place where sacrifices are made, like the ones in the tabernacle. It appears in Exodus and Leviticus, where God gives instructions for its construction. The altar is where priests offer sacrifices to God.
Definition: altar Aramaic of miz.be.ach (מִזְבֵּחַ "altar" H4196)
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: altar. See also: Ezra 7:17.
דִּ֛י
dîy
H1768
"that"
Adj
This word is used as a relative conjunction, like 'that' or 'which', to connect ideas in sentences. It appears in Genesis and Exodus to describe relationships between people and things. The KJV translates it as 'that' or 'which'.
Definition: part of relation 1) who, which, that mark of genitive 2) that of, which belongs to, that conj 3) that, because
Usage: Occurs in 186 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] as, but, for(-asmuch [phrase]), [phrase] now, of, seeing, than, that, therefore, until, [phrase] what (-soever), when, which, whom, whose. See also: Ezra 4:9; Daniel 3:7; Jeremiah 10:11.
בֵּ֥ית
bayith
H1005
"house"
Adj
This Hebrew word for house is similar to H1004, but it primarily refers to a physical building, either a home or a temple. It is used in many passages, including those describing the construction of the temple in 1 Kings. The word emphasizes the idea of a physical structure.
Definition: 1) house (of men) 2) house (of God)
Usage: Occurs in 38 OT verses. KJV: house. See also: Ezra 4:24; Ezra 6:12; Daniel 6:11.
אֱלָהֲ/כֹ֖ם
ʼĕlâhh
H426
"god"
Adj | Suff
This word means God, referring to the God of Israel or a heathen deity, as seen in various KJV translations. It is used to describe a divine being.
Definition: 1) god, God 1a) god, heathen deity 1b) God (of Israel)
Usage: Occurs in 78 OT verses. KJV: God, god. See also: Ezra 4:24; Daniel 2:19; Jeremiah 10:11.
דִּ֥י
dîy
H1768
"that"
Adj
This word is used as a relative conjunction, like 'that' or 'which', to connect ideas in sentences. It appears in Genesis and Exodus to describe relationships between people and things. The KJV translates it as 'that' or 'which'.
Definition: part of relation 1) who, which, that mark of genitive 2) that of, which belongs to, that conj 3) that, because
Usage: Occurs in 186 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] as, but, for(-asmuch [phrase]), [phrase] now, of, seeing, than, that, therefore, until, [phrase] what (-soever), when, which, whom, whose. See also: Ezra 4:9; Daniel 3:7; Jeremiah 10:11.
בִ/ירוּשְׁלֶֽם
Yᵉrûwshâlêm
H3390
"Jerusalem"
Adj | N-proper
Jerusalem means teaching of peace, the chief city of Palestine and Judah. It is mentioned in the Bible as the capital of the united kingdom. In the KJV, it is translated as Jerusalem.
Definition: Aramaic of ye.ru.sha.laim (יְרוּשָׁלִַ֫ם, יְרוּשְׁלֵם "Jerusalem" H3389) § Jerusalem = "teaching of peace" the chief city of Palestine and capital of the united kingdom and the nation of Judah after the split
Usage: Occurs in 25 OT verses. KJV: {Jerusalem} See also: Ezra 4:8; Ezra 6:5; Daniel 6:11.
Study Notes — Ezra 7:17
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Context — Artaxerxes’ Letter for Ezra
15Moreover, you are to take with you the silver and gold that the king and his counselors have freely offered to the God of Israel, whose dwelling is in Jerusalem,
16together with all the silver and gold you may find in all the province of Babylon, as well as the freewill offerings of the people and priests to the house of their God in Jerusalem.
17With this money, therefore, you are to buy as many bulls, rams, and lambs as needed, together with their grain offerings and drink offerings, and offer them on the altar at the house of your God in Jerusalem.
18You and your brothers may do whatever seems best with the rest of the silver and gold, according to the will of your God. 19You must deliver to the God of Jerusalem all the articles given to you for the service of the house of your God.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Deuteronomy 12:5–11 | Instead, you must seek the place the LORD your God will choose from among all your tribes to establish as a dwelling for His Name, and there you must go. To that place you are to bring your burnt offerings and sacrifices, your tithes and heave offerings, your vow offerings and freewill offerings, as well as the firstborn of your herds and flocks. There, in the presence of the LORD your God, you and your households shall eat and rejoice in all you do, because the LORD your God has blessed you. You are not to do as we are doing here today, where everyone does what seems right in his own eyes. For you have not yet come to the resting place and the inheritance that the LORD your God is giving you. When you cross the Jordan and live in the land that the LORD your God is giving you as an inheritance, and He gives you rest from all the enemies around you and you dwell securely, then the LORD your God will choose a dwelling for His Name. And there you are to bring everything I command you: your burnt offerings and sacrifices, your tithes and special gifts, and all the choice offerings you vow to the LORD. |
| 2 | Numbers 15:4–13 | then the one presenting his offering to the LORD shall also present a grain offering of a tenth of an ephah of fine flour mixed with a quarter hin of olive oil. With the burnt offering or sacrifice of each lamb, you are to prepare a quarter hin of wine as a drink offering. With a ram you are to prepare a grain offering of two-tenths of an ephah of fine flour mixed with a third of a hin of olive oil, and a third of a hin of wine as a drink offering, a pleasing aroma to the LORD. When you prepare a young bull as a burnt offering or sacrifice to fulfill a vow or as a peace offering to the LORD, present with the bull a grain offering of three-tenths of an ephah of fine flour mixed with half a hin of olive oil. Also present half a hin of wine as a drink offering. It is an offering made by fire, a pleasing aroma to the LORD. This is to be done for each bull, ram, lamb, or goat. This is how you must prepare each one, no matter how many. Everyone who is native-born shall prepare these things in this way when he presents an offering made by fire as a pleasing aroma to the LORD. |
| 3 | Ezra 6:9–10 | Whatever is needed—young bulls, rams, and lambs for burnt offerings to the God of heaven, as well as wheat, salt, wine, and oil, as requested by the priests in Jerusalem—must be given to them daily without fail. Then they will be able to offer sacrifices of a sweet aroma to the God of heaven and to pray for the lives of the king and his sons. |
| 4 | Deuteronomy 14:24–26 | But if the distance is too great for you to carry that with which the LORD your God has blessed you, because the place where the LORD your God will choose to put His Name is too far away, then exchange it for money, take the money in your hand, and go to the place the LORD your God will choose. Then you may spend the money on anything you desire: cattle, sheep, wine, strong drink, or anything you wish. You are to feast there in the presence of the LORD your God and rejoice with your household. |
| 5 | John 2:14 | In the temple courts He found men selling cattle, sheep, and doves, and money changers seated at their tables. |
| 6 | Matthew 21:12–13 | Then Jesus entered the temple courts and drove out all who were buying and selling there. He overturned the tables of the money changers and the seats of those selling doves. And He declared to them, “It is written: ‘My house will be called a house of prayer.’ But you are making it ‘a den of robbers.’ ” |
Ezra 7:17 Summary
In Ezra 7:17, the Israelites are instructed to use the money they have to buy animals for sacrifice and to offer them to God on the altar in Jerusalem. This was a way for them to worship and thank God for His provision, similar to the sacrifices described in Leviticus 1:1-7. Just like the Israelites, we can use our resources to honor God and show our gratitude for His blessings, as seen in Matthew 25:14-30. By giving to God's work and using our resources wisely, we can demonstrate our love and devotion to Him, just as the king's counselors did in Ezra 7:15-16.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the purpose of buying bulls, rams, and lambs in Ezra 7:17?
The purpose is to offer them as sacrifices to God on the altar in Jerusalem, as a form of worship and thanksgiving, similar to the instructions given in Leviticus 1:1-7 and Deuteronomy 12:5-7.
Why is it important to include grain offerings and drink offerings?
Grain offerings and drink offerings were a part of the sacrificial system in the Old Testament, as seen in Numbers 15:1-10, and were used to symbolize the worshiper's dedication and devotion to God.
How does this verse relate to the concept of stewardship?
This verse demonstrates the importance of using the resources God provides to fulfill His purposes, as seen in Matthew 25:14-30, where faithful stewardship is commended.
What can we learn from the king's counselors freely offering to the God of Israel?
Their example shows that giving to God's work is a voluntary act of worship, as encouraged in 2 Corinthians 9:6-7, and demonstrates their reverence for God's name and His people.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I can use my resources to worship and honor God, just like the Israelites in Ezra 7:17?
- How can I ensure that my giving is a voluntary act of worship, rather than just a duty or obligation?
- What are some areas in my life where I can demonstrate faithful stewardship, like the Israelites with the silver and gold?
- In what ways can I show reverence for God's name and His people, like the king's counselors in Ezra 7:15-16?
Gill's Exposition on Ezra 7:17
That thou mayest buy speedily with this money,.... Thus freely contributed by one and another: bullocks, rams, lambs; which were for burnt offerings: with their meat offerings, and their drink
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezra 7:17
And to carry the silver and gold, which the king and his counsellors have freely offered unto the God of Israel, whose habitation is in Jerusalem, No JFB commentary on these verses.
Trapp's Commentary on Ezra 7:17
Ezra 7:17 That thou mayest buy speedily with this money bullocks, rams, lambs, with their meat offerings and their drink offerings, and offer them upon the altar of the house of your God which [is] in Jerusalem.Ver. 17. That thou mayest buy speedily] Illico. immediately, God is himself a pure act, and hateth dulness in duty. What thou doest, do quickly, said Christ, even to the very traitor that did seek and suck his blood.
Ellicott's Commentary on Ezra 7:17
(17) Buy speedily.—Provide first of all for the sacrificial ceremonial. Every sacrifice had its own meat-offerings and drink-offerings (Numbers 15). These phrases in the commission of course Ezra dictated.
Cambridge Bible on Ezra 7:17
17. Purpose of the gifts and offerings: (i) sacrifices. that thou mayest buy speedily] R.V. therefore thou shalt buy with all diligence; ‘therefore’, i.e. because of the gifts received from the crown, the Babylonians and the Jews. ‘with all diligence’, see note on Ezra 5:8. The sacrifices here mentioned, as in Ezra 6:9-10, consist of burnt offerings (bullocks, rams, lambs), with their accompanying ‘meal’ and ‘drink-offerings’, Numbers 15:1-16. meat offerings] R.V. meal offerings (i.e. ‘Minkhah’, as always in R.V.).
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Synopsis of the Books of the Bible - Deuteronomy by John Nelson Darby | John Nelson Darby discusses the Book of Deuteronomy, emphasizing its moral warnings and the importance of Israel's obedience to God's commandments as they stand on the brink of Can |
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"neither... nor... but..." by T. Austin-Sparks | T. Austin-Sparks emphasizes the transformative nature of worship in his sermon 'neither... nor... but...', highlighting Jesus' declaration that true worship is not confined to spec |
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The Temple of God Past Present Future by Hedley G Murphy | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the concept of the tabernacle and the temple in the Bible. They explain that the tabernacle was a temporary structure that the children of Isr |
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Gospel of John (Study 6 of 24, Chap 2 Cont) by G.W. North | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of commitment in marriage. He criticizes the modern mindset of only committing to a relationship as long as it is tolerable, |
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My House Shall Be Called a House of Prayer by Jim Cymbala | This sermon emphasizes the importance of prayer and seeking God's intervention in challenging situations, using the powerful testimony of a daughter's restoration through fervent p |
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Lewis Land of Revival (Revival Testimonies) by Duncan Campbell | In this sermon, the preacher describes the supernatural experience of a revival where young people were deeply moved to worship and seek God. The focus of the revival was not on ma |