Ezra 7:18
Ezra 7:18 in Multiple Translations
You and your brothers may do whatever seems best with the rest of the silver and gold, according to the will of your God.
And whatsoever shall seem good to thee, and to thy brethren, to do with the rest of the silver and the gold, that do after the will of your God.
And whatsoever shall seem good to thee and to thy brethren to do with the rest of the silver and the gold, that do ye after the will of your God.
And whatever seems right to you and to your brothers to do with the rest of the silver and gold, that do, as may be pleasing to your God.
Then you and those with you may decide to use the rest of the silver and gold in whatever way you think best, in accordance with the will of your God.
And whatsoeuer it pleaseth thee and thy brethren to do with the rest of the siluer, and gold, doe ye it according to the will of your God.
and that which to thee and to thy brethren is good to do with the rest of the silver and gold, according to the will of your God ye do.'
Whatever seems good to you and to your brothers to do with the rest of the silver and the gold, do that according to the will of your God.
And whatever shall seem good to thee, and to thy brethren, to do with the rest of the silver and gold, that do after the will of your God.
And if it seem good to thee, and to thy brethren to do any thing with the rest of the silver and gold, do it according to the will of your God.
“If there is any silver or gold that remains you have bought all those things, you and your companions/colleagues are permitted to use it to buy whatever you desire, but buy only things that you know that God wants you to buy.
Berean Amplified Bible — Ezra 7:18
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Ezra 7:18 Interlinear (Deep Study)
BIB
HEB
וּ/מָ֣ה
דִי֩
עלי/ך
עֲלָ֨/ךְ
וְ/עַל
אחי/ך
אֶחָ֜/ךְ
יֵיטַ֗ב
בִּ/שְׁאָ֛ר
כַּסְפָּ֥/א
וְ/דַהֲבָ֖/ה
לְ/מֶעְבַּ֑ד
כִּ/רְע֥וּת
אֱלָהֲ/כֹ֖ם
תַּעַבְדֽוּן
וּ/מָ֣ה
mâh
H4101
what?
Adj | Pron
דִי֩
dîy
H1768
that
Adj
עלי/ך
ʻal
H5921
upon
Adj | Suff
עֲלָ֨/ךְ
ʻal
H5921
upon
Adj | Suff
וְ/עַל
ʻal
H5922
since
Adj | Prep
אחי/ך
ʼach
H252
brother
Adj | Suff
אֶחָ֜/ךְ
ʼach
H252
brother
Adj | Suff
יֵיטַ֗ב
yᵉṭab
H3191
be good
Adj
בִּ/שְׁאָ֛ר
shᵉʼâr
H7606
remainder
Adj | N-ms
כַּסְפָּ֥/א
kᵉçaph
H3702
silver
Adj | Art
וְ/דַהֲבָ֖/ה
dᵉhab
H1722
gold
Adj | N-ms | Art
לְ/מֶעְבַּ֑ד
ʻăbad
H5648
to make
Adj | V-Qal-Inf-a
כִּ/רְע֥וּת
rᵉʻûwth
H7470
pleasure
Adj | N-fs
אֱלָהֲ/כֹ֖ם
ʼĕlâhh
H426
god
Adj | Suff
תַּעַבְדֽוּן
ʻăbad
H5648
to make
Adj
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Hebrew Word Reference — Ezra 7:18
וּ/מָ֣ה
mâh
H4101
"what?"
Adj | Pron
Similar to H4100, this word also means what or how, but is used slightly differently, often to express a sense of wonder or awe, like in Psalm 8:1 when David asks how majestic is God's name. It can also mean why or wherefore, and is used in various contexts. It appears in many KJV translations, including what or how.
Definition: 1) what, whatever 1a) what? 1b) whatever, what, whatsoever 1c) how?, why?, wherefore? (with prefixes)
Usage: Occurs in 11 OT verses. KJV: how great (mighty), that which, what(-soever), why. See also: Ezra 4:22; Daniel 2:22; Daniel 4:32.
דִי֩
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.
עלי/ך
ʻal
H5921
"upon"
Adj | Suff
This Hebrew word means on or above something, like a physical object or a situation. It can also imply a sense of responsibility or accountability, as in being on behalf of someone.
Definition: prep 1) upon, on the ground of, according to, on account of, on behalf of, concerning, beside, in addition to, together with, beyond, above, over, by, on to, towards, to, against 1a) upon, on the ground of, on the basis of, on account of, because of, therefore, on behalf of, for the sake of, for, with, in spite of, notwithstanding, concerning, in the matter of, as regards 1b) above, beyond, over (of excess) 1c) above, over (of elevation or pre-eminence) 1d) upon, to, over to, unto, in addition to, together with, with (of addition) 1e) over (of suspension or extension) 1f) by, adjoining, next, at, over, around (of contiguity or proximity) 1g) down upon, upon, on, from, up upon, up to, towards, over towards, to, against (with verbs of motion) 1h) to (as a dative)
Usage: Occurs in 4493 OT verses. KJV: above, according to(-ly), after, (as) against, among, and, [idiom] as, at, because of, beside (the rest of), between, beyond the time, [idiom] both and, by (reason of), [idiom] had the charge of, concerning for, in (that), (forth, out) of, (from) (off), (up-) on, over, than, through(-out), to, touching, [idiom] with. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 24:13; Genesis 41:33.
עֲלָ֨/ךְ
ʻal
H5921
"upon"
Adj | Suff
This Hebrew word means on or above something, like a physical object or a situation. It can also imply a sense of responsibility or accountability, as in being on behalf of someone.
Definition: prep 1) upon, on the ground of, according to, on account of, on behalf of, concerning, beside, in addition to, together with, beyond, above, over, by, on to, towards, to, against 1a) upon, on the ground of, on the basis of, on account of, because of, therefore, on behalf of, for the sake of, for, with, in spite of, notwithstanding, concerning, in the matter of, as regards 1b) above, beyond, over (of excess) 1c) above, over (of elevation or pre-eminence) 1d) upon, to, over to, unto, in addition to, together with, with (of addition) 1e) over (of suspension or extension) 1f) by, adjoining, next, at, over, around (of contiguity or proximity) 1g) down upon, upon, on, from, up upon, up to, towards, over towards, to, against (with verbs of motion) 1h) to (as a dative)
Usage: Occurs in 4493 OT verses. KJV: above, according to(-ly), after, (as) against, among, and, [idiom] as, at, because of, beside (the rest of), between, beyond the time, [idiom] both and, by (reason of), [idiom] had the charge of, concerning for, in (that), (forth, out) of, (from) (off), (up-) on, over, than, through(-out), to, touching, [idiom] with. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 24:13; Genesis 41:33.
וְ/עַל
ʻal
H5922
"since"
Adj | Prep
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.
אחי/ך
ʼach
H252
"brother"
Adj | Suff
The Hebrew word for brother is used broadly, describing literal family ties and close relationships. It appears in various contexts, including the story of Cain and Abel in Genesis.
Definition: brother Aramaic of ach (אָח ": male-sibling" H0251)
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: brother. See also: Ezra 7:18.
אֶחָ֜/ךְ
ʼach
H252
"brother"
Adj | Suff
The Hebrew word for brother is used broadly, describing literal family ties and close relationships. It appears in various contexts, including the story of Cain and Abel in Genesis.
Definition: brother Aramaic of ach (אָח ": male-sibling" H0251)
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: brother. See also: Ezra 7:18.
יֵיטַ֗ב
yᵉṭab
H3191
"be good"
Adj
To be good is similar to H3190, meaning to be pleasing or do good. It is used in the Aramaic language and appears in the book of Ezra, where it means to seem good or be acceptable.
Definition: (P'al) to be good, do good, be pleasing Aramaic of ya.tav (יָטַב "be good" H3190)
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: seem good. See also: Ezra 7:18.
בִּ/שְׁאָ֛ר
shᵉʼâr
H7606
"remainder"
Adj | N-ms
A remainder or what is left, as in Ezra 9:8. It can also mean a residue or rest, like the remaining people in Jeremiah 6:9. This word is used to describe the leftovers of a nation or people.
Definition: rest, remainder Aramaic of she.ar (שְׁאָר "remnant" H7605)
Usage: Occurs in 10 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] whatsoever more, residue, rest. See also: Ezra 4:9; Ezra 7:20; Daniel 7:19.
כַּסְפָּ֥/א
kᵉçaph
H3702
"silver"
Adj | 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.
וְ/דַהֲבָ֖/ה
dᵉhab
H1722
"gold"
Adj | N-ms | Art
In the Bible, this word means gold, a valuable metal. It is often used to describe items made of gold, such as jewelry or decorations.
Definition: gold Aramaic of za.hav (זָהָב "gold" H2091)
Usage: Occurs in 23 OT verses. KJV: gold(-en). See also: Ezra 5:14; Daniel 3:7; Daniel 5:29.
לְ/מֶעְבַּ֑ד
ʻăbad
H5648
"to make"
Adj | V-Qal-Inf-a
This word means to make or do something, and can also imply preparing or keeping something, as seen in the creation story in Genesis. It is a versatile verb that can be used in different ways, including creating, performing, or executing something. The word is found in various KJV translations.
Definition: 1) to make, do 1a)(P'al) 1a1) to make, create 1a2) to do, perform 1b) (Ithp'al) 1b1) to be made into 1b2) to be done, be wrought, be performed, be executed, be carried out
Usage: Occurs in 25 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] cut, do, execute, go on, make, move, work. See also: Ezra 4:15; Ezra 7:26; Jeremiah 10:11.
כִּ/רְע֥וּת
rᵉʻûwth
H7470
"pleasure"
Adj | N-fs
This Hebrew word means pleasure or desire, often referring to a good or positive feeling. It is used to describe God's will or pleasure in various biblical contexts. It is also related to the Aramaic word for longing.
Definition: good pleasure, will Aramaic of re.ut (רְעוּת "longing" H7469)
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: pleasure, will. See also: Ezra 5:17; Ezra 7:18.
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.
תַּעַבְדֽוּן
ʻăbad
H5648
"to make"
Adj
This word means to make or do something, and can also imply preparing or keeping something, as seen in the creation story in Genesis. It is a versatile verb that can be used in different ways, including creating, performing, or executing something. The word is found in various KJV translations.
Definition: 1) to make, do 1a)(P'al) 1a1) to make, create 1a2) to do, perform 1b) (Ithp'al) 1b1) to be made into 1b2) to be done, be wrought, be performed, be executed, be carried out
Usage: Occurs in 25 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] cut, do, execute, go on, make, move, work. See also: Ezra 4:15; Ezra 7:26; Jeremiah 10:11.
Study Notes — Ezra 7:18
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- Context
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- Ezra 7:18 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Ezra 7:18
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezra 7:18
- Trapp's Commentary on Ezra 7:18
- Ellicott's Commentary on Ezra 7:18
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Ezra 7:18
- Cambridge Bible on Ezra 7:18
- Sermons on Ezra 7:18
Context — Artaxerxes’ Letter for Ezra
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. 20And if anything else is needed for the house of your God that you may have occasion to supply, you may pay for it from the royal treasury.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | 2 Kings 22:7 | But they need not account for the money put into their hands, since they work with integrity.” |
| 2 | Ephesians 5:17 | Therefore do not be foolish, but understand what the Lord’s will is. |
| 3 | 2 Kings 12:15 | No accounting was required from the men who received the money to pay the workmen, because they acted with integrity. |
| 4 | Ezra 7:26 | If anyone does not keep the law of your God and the law of the king, let a strict judgment be executed against him, whether death, banishment, confiscation of property, or imprisonment. |
Ezra 7:18 Summary
[This verse is telling Ezra and his brothers that they have the freedom to make decisions about how to use the remaining silver and gold, as long as it is in line with God's will. This means they need to seek God's guidance and make wise choices that honor Him, just like we are called to do in our own lives, as seen in Colossians 3:17. By trusting in God's sovereignty and provision, we can have confidence that He will guide us and provide for us, even when we don't understand what He is doing.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to do what seems best according to the will of God?
This means that Ezra and his brothers are to use their discretion and make decisions that align with God's desires, as seen in Proverbs 3:5-6, where we are told to trust in the Lord with all our heart and lean not on our own understanding.
How can we determine God's will in our own lives?
We can determine God's will by seeking guidance from scripture, such as Romans 12:2, and by praying for wisdom, as seen in James 1:5, where we are told to ask God for wisdom and He will give it to us generously.
Is this verse giving Ezra and his brothers complete freedom to do as they please?
No, this verse is not giving Ezra and his brothers complete freedom, but rather giving them the authority to make decisions that are in line with God's will, as they have been entrusted with the responsibility of serving God and His people, as seen in Exodus 18:13-26.
How does this verse relate to our own stewardship of resources?
This verse reminds us that we are stewards of the resources God has given us, and we are to use them in a way that honors Him, as seen in Matthew 25:14-30, where the parable of the talents teaches us to be faithful with what we have been given.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I need to seek God's will and guidance?
- How can I balance my own desires and plans with the desire to follow God's will?
- What are some ways I can use my resources and talents to serve God and His people?
- How can I trust God's sovereignty and provision in my life, even when I don't understand what He is doing?
Gill's Exposition on Ezra 7:18
And whatsoever shall seem good to thee, and to thy brethren,.... The priests, that he should think fit to take in to his assistance in this work: to do with the rest of the silver and gold; which
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezra 7:18
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 7:18
Ezra 7:18 And whatsoever shall seem good to thee, and to thy brethren, to do with the rest of the silver and the gold, that do after the will of your God.Ver. 18. And whatsoever shall seem good to thee, &c.] The king knew them to be faithful and wise stewards (such as Hanani was, Nehemiah 7:2), and, therefore, leaveth much of the money to be bestowed as they pleased.
Ellicott's Commentary on Ezra 7:18
(18) The rest . . .—This clause of large latitude would be of great importance for the general beautify. ing of the Temple (Ezra 7:27).
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Ezra 7:18
Verse 18. After the will of your God] He gave them the fullest liberty to order every thing according to their own institutions, binding them to no form or mode of worship.
Cambridge Bible on Ezra 7:18
18. (ii) General purposes. that do after the will of your God] R.V. that do ye after &c. The command is given to Ezra and his brethren, i.e. the priests. They who disposed of the money expended upon the sacrifices, were to determine as to the disposition of the remainder. the will of your God] with reference here to the Law.
Sermons on Ezra 7:18
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Communication of Our Faith - Part 5 by Alan Redpath | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of being a dedicated and serious follower of God. He describes a true believer as someone who is not just superficially engag |
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Resources Which Must Be Received by Alan Redpath | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the seriousness of the Christian life and the need for young people to understand that following Jesus is not just about having fun and games |
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Capernwray Bible School 2 by Alan Redpath | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of having the fullness of the Holy Spirit in every aspect of the Christian life. He explains that the goal of the Christian li |
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Capernway Pt. 2 by Alan Redpath | In this sermon, the minister reflects on a previous day of ministry and feels like it was a failure. However, his perspective changes when his daughter interrupts his thoughts and |
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(Pdf Book) How to Find God's Will by Bakht Singh | Bakht Singh emphasizes the significance of understanding and following God's will, asserting that it is a believer's privilege and responsibility. He shares his personal journey of |
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(Pdf Book) Divine Principles for a Happy Married Life by Bakht Singh | Bro. Bakht Singh emphasizes that marriage is a sacred relationship ordained by God, designed to bring joy and happiness when aligned with His divine principles. He outlines eight f |
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Doing Gods Will by Erlo Stegen | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes three important points for believers to incorporate into their lives. The first point is to seek and understand God's will for their lives, a |