Ezra 7:23
Ezra 7:23 in Multiple Translations
Whatever is commanded by the God of heaven must be done diligently for His house. For why should wrath fall on the realm of the king and his sons?
Whatsoever is commanded by the God of heaven, let it be diligently done for the house of the God of heaven: for why should there be wrath against the realm of the king and his sons?
Whatsoever is commanded by the God of heaven, let it be done exactly for the house of the God of heaven; for why should there be wrath against the realm of the king and his sons?
Whatever is ordered by the God of heaven, let it be done completely for the house of the God of heaven; so that there may not be wrath against the kingdom of the king and his sons.
Make sure you provide in full whatever the God of heaven requires for his Temple, for why should his anger be brought down on the king and his sons?
Whatsoeuer is by the commandement of the God of heauen, let it be done speedily for the house of the God of heauen: for why should he be wroth against the realme of the King, and his children?
all that [is] by the decree of the God of heaven, let be done diligently for the house of the God of heaven; for why is there wrath against the kingdom of the king and his sons?
Whatever is commanded by the God of heaven, let it be done exactly for the house of the God of heaven; for why should there be wrath against the realm of the king and his sons?
Whatever is commanded by the God of heaven, let it be diligently done for the house of the God of heaven: for why should there be wrath against the realm of the king and his sons?
All that belongeth to the rites of the God of heaven, let it be given diligently in the house of the God of heaven: lest his wrath should be enkindled against the realm of the king, and of his sons.
Be sure that you provide whatever their God requires for his temple, because we certainly do not [RHQ] want him to be angry with me or with my descendants who will later be kings.
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Ezra 7:23 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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כָּל
דִּ֗י
מִן
טַ֨עַם֙
אֱלָ֣הּ
שְׁמַיָּ֔/א
יִתְעֲבֵד֙
אַדְרַזְדָּ֔א
לְ/בֵ֖ית
אֱלָ֣הּ
שְׁמַיָּ֑/א
דִּֽי
לְ/מָ֤ה
לֶֽהֱוֵא֙
קְצַ֔ף
עַל
מַלְכ֥וּת
מַלְכָּ֖/א
וּ/בְנֽוֹ/הִי
כָּל
kôl
H3606
all
Adj
דִּ֗י
dîy
H1768
that
Adj
מִן
min
H4481
from
Adj
טַ֨עַם֙
ṭaʻam
H2941
account
Adj
אֱלָ֣הּ
ʼĕlâhh
H426
god
Adj
שְׁמַיָּ֔/א
shâmayin
H8065
heaven
Adj | Art
יִתְעֲבֵד֙
ʻăbad
H5648
to make
Adj
אַדְרַזְדָּ֔א
ʼadrazdâʼ
H149
diligently
Adj
לְ/בֵ֖ית
bayith
H1005
house
Adj | N-ms
אֱלָ֣הּ
ʼĕlâhh
H426
god
Adj
שְׁמַיָּ֑/א
shâmayin
H8065
heaven
Adj | Art
דִּֽי
dîy
H1768
that
Adj
לְ/מָ֤ה
mâh
H4101
what?
Adj | Pron
לֶֽהֱוֵא֙
hâvâʼ
H1934
to be
Adj
קְצַ֔ף
qᵉtsaph
H7109
wrath
Adj
עַל
ʻal
H5922
since
Adj
מַלְכ֥וּת
malkûw
H4437
kingdom
Adj
מַלְכָּ֖/א
melek
H4430
king
Adj | Art
וּ/בְנֽוֹ/הִי
bên
H1123
son
Adj | N-mp | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Ezra 7:23
כָּל
kôl
H3606
"all"
Adj
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.
דִּ֗י
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.
מִן
min
H4481
"from"
Adj
This word is used to show where something comes from, like from a place or at a certain time, and is often translated as from or out of.
Definition: 1) from, out of, by, by reason of, at, more than 1a) from, out of (of place) 1b) from, by, as a result of, by reason of, at, according to, (of source) 1c) from (of time) 1d) beyond, more than (in comparisons)
Usage: Occurs in 83 OT verses. KJV: according, after, [phrase] because, [phrase] before, by, for, from, [idiom] him, [idiom] more than, (out) of, part, since, [idiom] these, to, upon, [phrase] when. See also: Ezra 4:12; Daniel 3:22; Jeremiah 10:11.
טַ֨עַם֙
ṭaʻam
H2941
"account"
Adj
This word is about making a judgment or command, like a sentence in court. In the book of Ezra, it refers to a command or decree from a king. It is related to the idea of having a taste or perception of what is right.
Definition: judgment, command, discretion Aramaic of ta.am (טַ֫עַם "taste" H2940)
Usage: Occurs in 5 OT verses. KJV: account, [idiom] to be commanded, commandment, matter. See also: Ezra 4:21; Ezra 6:14; Daniel 6:3.
אֱלָ֣הּ
ʼĕlâhh
H426
"god"
Adj
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.
שְׁמַיָּ֔/א
shâmayin
H8065
"heaven"
Adj | Art
This Aramaic word for heaven is similar to the Hebrew word, referring to the sky and the abode of God. It is used to describe the dwelling place of God in the Bible.
Definition: 1) heaven, heavens, sky 1a) visible sky 1b) Heaven (as abode of God)
Usage: Occurs in 35 OT verses. KJV: heaven. See also: Ezra 5:11; Daniel 4:12; Jeremiah 10:11.
יִתְעֲבֵד֙
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.
אַדְרַזְדָּ֔א
ʼadrazdâʼ
H149
"diligently"
Adj
This word means to do something carefully or quickly, like working diligently. It is used in Proverbs to advise people to work hard.
Definition: correctly, exactly, diligently, earnestly
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: diligently. See also: Ezra 7:23.
לְ/בֵ֖ית
bayith
H1005
"house"
Adj | N-ms
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.
אֱלָ֣הּ
ʼĕlâhh
H426
"god"
Adj
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.
שְׁמַיָּ֑/א
shâmayin
H8065
"heaven"
Adj | Art
This Aramaic word for heaven is similar to the Hebrew word, referring to the sky and the abode of God. It is used to describe the dwelling place of God in the Bible.
Definition: 1) heaven, heavens, sky 1a) visible sky 1b) Heaven (as abode of God)
Usage: Occurs in 35 OT verses. KJV: heaven. See also: Ezra 5:11; Daniel 4:12; Jeremiah 10:11.
דִּֽי
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.
לְ/מָ֤ה
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.
לֶֽהֱוֵא֙
hâvâʼ
H1934
"to be"
Adj
Similar to H1933, this word means 'to be' or 'to exist', but with a broader range of applications, as seen in Daniel and Ezra. It can describe something coming to pass or becoming known.
Definition: 1) to come to pass, become, be 1a) (P'al) 1a1) to come to pass 1a2) to come into being, arise, become, come to be 1a2a) to let become known (with participle of knowing) 1a3) to be
Usage: Occurs in 54 OT verses. KJV: be, become, [phrase] behold, [phrase] came (to pass), [phrase] cease, [phrase] cleave, [phrase] consider, [phrase] do, [phrase] give, [phrase] have, [phrase] judge, [phrase] keep, [phrase] labour, [phrase] mingle (self), [phrase] put, [phrase] see, [phrase] seek, [phrase] set, [phrase] slay, [phrase] take heed, tremble, [phrase] walk, [phrase] would. See also: Ezra 4:12; Daniel 4:1; Daniel 7:23.
קְצַ֔ף
qᵉtsaph
H7109
"wrath"
Adj
This word refers to God's wrath or anger, like in Isaiah 51:17, where God's wrath is poured out on His enemies. It signifies intense rage or displeasure, often serving as a warning to turn back to God. The Bible uses it to describe God's just anger.
Definition: wrath (of God), anger
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: wrath. See also: Ezra 7:23.
עַל
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.
מַלְכ֥וּת
malkûw
H4437
"kingdom"
Adj
A kingdom refers to the territory or area ruled by a king, like King David's kingdom in Israel. It can also mean the reign or period of time a king is in power. The word is used in the Bible to describe royal authority and dominion.
Definition: 1) royalty, reign, kingdom 1a) royalty, kingship, kingly authority 1b) kingdom 1c) realm (of territory) 1d) reign (of time)
Usage: Occurs in 43 OT verses. KJV: kingdom, kingly, realm, reign. See also: Ezra 4:24; Daniel 5:7; Daniel 7:27.
מַלְכָּ֖/א
melek
H4430
"king"
Adj | Art
Melek means king, referring to a ruler or monarch, used in the Bible to describe kings like David and Solomon. It is translated as king or royal in the KJV.
Definition: king Aramaic of me.lekh (מֶ֫לֶךְ "king" H4428) § 1) king
Usage: Occurs in 131 OT verses. KJV: king, royal. See also: Ezra 4:8; Daniel 3:1; Daniel 7:24.
וּ/בְנֽוֹ/הִי
bên
H1123
"son"
Adj | N-mp | Suff
This word means a child or son, and is used to describe family relationships in the Bible. It appears in various forms, including 'son' and 'young one', and is an important concept in biblical family structures. The word is used to show lineage and heritage.
Definition: son, child Aramaic of ben (בֵּן ": child" H1121)
Usage: Occurs in 10 OT verses. KJV: child, son, young. See also: Ezra 6:9; Daniel 2:38; Daniel 6:25.
Study Notes — Ezra 7:23
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- Context
- Cross References
- Ezra 7:23 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Ezra 7:23
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezra 7:23
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ezra 7:23
- Trapp's Commentary on Ezra 7:23
- Ellicott's Commentary on Ezra 7:23
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Ezra 7:23
- Cambridge Bible on Ezra 7:23
- Barnes' Notes on Ezra 7:23
- Whedon's Commentary on Ezra 7:23
- Sermons on Ezra 7:23
Context — Artaxerxes’ Letter for Ezra
21I, King Artaxerxes, decree to all the treasurers west of the Euphrates: Whatever Ezra the priest, the scribe of the Law of the God of heaven, may require of you, it must be provided promptly,
22up to a hundred talents of silver, a hundred cors of wheat, a hundred baths of wine, a hundred baths of olive oil, and salt without limit.
23Whatever is commanded by the God of heaven must be done diligently for His house. For why should wrath fall on the realm of the king and his sons?
24And be advised that you have no authority to impose tribute, duty, or toll on any of the priests, Levites, singers, doorkeepers, temple servants, or other servants of this house of God. 25And you, Ezra, according to the wisdom of your God, which you possess, are to appoint magistrates and judges to judge all the people west of the Euphrates—all who know the laws of your God. And you are to teach these laws to anyone who does not know them.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Psalms 119:4 | You have ordained Your precepts, that we should keep them diligently. |
| 2 | Ezra 7:18 | You and your brothers may do whatever seems best with the rest of the silver and gold, according to the will of your God. |
| 3 | Ezra 6:10–12 | 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. I also decree that if any man interferes with this directive, a beam is to be torn from his house and raised up, and he is to be impaled on it. And his own house shall be made a pile of rubble for this offense. May God, who has caused His Name to dwell there, overthrow any king or people who lifts a hand to alter this decree or to destroy this house of God in Jerusalem. I, Darius, have issued the decree. Let it be carried out with diligence. |
| 4 | Zechariah 12:3 | On that day, when all the nations of the earth gather against her, I will make Jerusalem a heavy stone for all the peoples; all who would heave it away will be severely injured. |
| 5 | Ezra 7:13 | I hereby decree that any volunteers among the Israelites in my kingdom, including the priests and Levites, may go up with you to Jerusalem. |
Ezra 7:23 Summary
[This verse is saying that we should put a lot of effort into serving and worshiping God, because that's what He commands us to do, as seen in Ezra 7:23. If we don't follow God's commands, we might face consequences, like the king and his sons in this verse. We can apply this principle in our daily lives by being diligent in our work and decisions, and by following God's laws and commands, as encouraged in verses like Colossians 3:23-24 and Matthew 22:37-40. By doing so, we can avoid God's wrath and receive His blessings, and live a life that is pleasing to Him.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to do something diligently for God's house?
To do something diligently for God's house means to put great effort and care into serving and worshiping Him, as seen in Ezra 7:23, and is also reflected in verses like Colossians 3:23-24, which encourages us to do everything for the Lord.
Why would wrath fall on the realm of the king and his sons if they don't follow God's commands?
Wrath would fall on the realm of the king and his sons if they don't follow God's commands because disobedience can lead to God's judgment, as seen in verses like Deuteronomy 28:15 and Proverbs 24:23-25, which emphasize the importance of following God's laws and commands.
What is the significance of the king acknowledging the God of heaven in this verse?
The king's acknowledgement of the God of heaven in Ezra 7:23 shows a recognition of God's sovereignty and authority, which is also seen in other verses like Daniel 4:37 and Psalm 136:26, which declare God's dominion over all things.
How does this verse relate to our lives today?
This verse reminds us that our actions have consequences, and that following God's commands is essential for avoiding His wrath and receiving His blessings, as seen in verses like Jeremiah 7:23 and Matthew 28:20, which emphasize the importance of obedience to God's will.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I need to be more diligent in serving and worshiping God?
- How can I apply the principle of doing everything for God's house in my daily life and decisions?
- What are some potential consequences of disobedience to God's commands in my own life, and how can I avoid them?
- In what ways can I acknowledge and recognize God's sovereignty in my life, just like the king in this verse?
Gill's Exposition on Ezra 7:23
Whatsoever is commanded by the God of heaven,.... In the law given by Moses to the people of Israel: let it be diligently done for the house of the God of heaven; for the service of it, particularly
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezra 7:23
Whatsoever is commanded by the God of heaven, let it be diligently done for the house of the God of heaven: for why should there be wrath against the realm of the king and his sons? No JFB commentary on these verses.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ezra 7:23
For the omission of any part of his worship occasioned by my neglect. This danger and duty he discerned, partly by natural light, and principally by the information of Ezra, , who had the king’ s ear and heart.
Trapp's Commentary on Ezra 7:23
Ezra 7:23 Whatsoever is commanded by the God of heaven, let it be diligently done for the house of the God of heaven: for why should there be wrath against the realm of the king and his sons?Ver. 23. For why should there be wrath] Heb. Boiling or foaming anger, great indignation, as it is rendered, and made the utmost degree of the Divine displeasure, Deuteronomy 29:28. Of all things God cannot endure to be slighted, and to have his service neglected; this blind nature saw, and was, therefore, sedulous herein to prevent wrath. Aristotle hath this divine precept, Pρωταπεριθειωνεπιμελει, Make religion thy first and chief care, that thou mayest prosper, &c. (Arist. Polit. l. 7. c. 8). Let our worship scorners look to it: Do they provoke the Lord to wrath? Are they stronger than he? Will they bring God’ s vengeance upon us all?
Against the realm of the king and his sons] For God is higher than the highest, and will rain down indignation and wrath, tribulation and anguish, upon every soul of man that doth evil, or that neglecteth to do good, Romans 2:8-9; for not serving of God, not sacrificing, is a sin, Malachi 3:18 Ecclesiastes 9:2. And sin doth as naturally draw and suck judgments to it, both personal and public, as the lodestone doth iron, or turpentine fire.
Ellicott's Commentary on Ezra 7:23
(23) Whatsoever is commanded by the God of heaven.—The last is the strongest ground for such an ample authorisation. In the solemn and devout firman the phrase “the God of heaven” occurs twice, and the Persian prince deprecates His wrath. In this seventh year of Artaxerxes, B.C. 458, the tide of success turned for Persia against the Athenians in Egypt. And his sons.—Though Artaxerxes Longimanus was young at this time, he is said to have left eighteen sons.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Ezra 7:23
Verse 23. Why should there be wrath] As he believed he was appointed by the Almighty to do this work, he therefore wished to do it heartily, knowing that if he did not, God would be displeased, and that the kingdom would be cut off from him or his posterity.
Cambridge Bible on Ezra 7:23
23. Whatsoever is commanded &c.] literally, “Whatsoever is from the commandment”, same word as in Ezra 6:14. let it be diligently done] R.V. Let it be done exactly. The word in the original ‘adrazda’, occurs only here; if, as is very probable, of Babylonian origin, it will mean “strenuously”, being compounded of two words ‘adar’ abundance or excellence, ‘azda’ strength or firmness. Others assign it a Persian origin. The A.V. follows on the line of the Vulgate ‘tribuatur diligenter’. The LXX. προσέχετεμήτιςἐπιχειρήση missed the meaning altogether. for why should there be wrath &c.] Wrath ‘q’ηaph’, like the Hebrew ‘qeηeph’, especially of Divine displeasure, cf. Joshua 9:20; 1 Chronicles 27:24; 2 Chronicles 19:2; 2 Chronicles 19:10; Zechariah 1:2; Zechariah 1:15. It is natural to connect this allusion to the Divine displeasure with the disasters which had overtaken the Persian Empire since the days of Marathon, and more especially with the revolt of Egypt in the year 460 b.c. It was in this very year 458 that a Persian army was marched into Egypt to attempt its pacification.
The king desired to propitiate the wrath of the gods, and more especially to conciliate Divine favour upon the S.W. frontier. the king and his sons] see note on Ezra 6:10. The reference is to the dynasty generally, but Artaxerxes left sons behind him, and they may have been born at this time.
Barnes' Notes on Ezra 7:23
Literally, as in the margin, i. e., Whatsoever is commanded in the Law with respect to the temple service.
Whedon's Commentary on Ezra 7:23
23. Why should there be wrath — From this remark it may be naturally inferred that the king had been led by words of Ezra, or of some other Jew, to fear the wrath of God against him if he did not favour these exiles.
Sermons on Ezra 7:23
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Bible Survey - Ezra by Peter Hammond | Peter Hammond preaches on the life of Ezra, a skilled scribe in the Law of Moses, who led the second expedition from Babylon to reinforce and inspire the struggling Judeans in rebu |
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Precept and Prayer by James Smith | James Smith preaches on the importance of diligently keeping God's precepts, emphasizing the command to obey them as a rule of conduct and guide in life, recognizing that God is th |
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I Give Myself Unto Prayer by Octavius Winslow | Octavius Winslow emphasizes the power and necessity of prayer, urging believers to bring their empty hearts to God, who transforms their sorrow into sweet incense through the sacri |
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Progress of Redemption #04 by David Shirley | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the importance of the word of God and how it can change people's lives. The sermon takes place in Judea, a Persian province, around 430 BC. T |
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Luke 21:25 by Chuck Smith | Chuck Smith addresses the current global crises, emphasizing the distress of nations as tensions rise between East and West, particularly with Russia's potential moves in the Middl |
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Psalms 102:13 by Chuck Smith | Chuck Smith emphasizes that God has set specific times for the restoration of Israel, the return of Jesus Christ, personal salvation, and even death. He highlights the prophetic si |
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Epistle 274 by George Fox | George Fox emphasizes the importance of living in the pure and undefiled life, rooted in the holy seed that transcends transgression. He highlights that this seed, which is eternal |