Ezra 8:30

Verse

So the priests and Levites took charge of the silver and gold and sacred articles that had been weighed out to be taken to the house of our God in Jerusalem.

American Standard Version (1901)

So the priests and the Levites received the weight of the silver and the gold, and the vessels, to bring them to Jerusalem unto the house of our God.

Bible in Basic English

So the priests and the Levites took the weight of silver and gold and the vessels, to take them to Jerusalem into the house of our God.

Douay-Rheims 1899

And the priests and the Levites received the weight of the silver and gold, and the vessels, to carry them to Jerusalem to the house of our God.

Free Bible Version

The priests and Levites took responsibility for the silver and gold and the Temple items that had been weighed out to be brought to the Temple of our God in Jerusalem.

Geneva Bible 1599

So the Priests and the Leuites receiued the weight of the siluer and of the golde, and of the vessels to bring them to Ierusalem, vnto the house of our God.

King James (Authorized) Version

So took the priests and the Levites the weight of the silver, and the gold, and the vessels, to bring them to Jerusalem unto the house of our God.

Translation for Translators

So the priests and other descendants of Levi took from me all the gifts of silver and gold and the other valuable items, in order to carry them to the temple in Jerusalem.

Unlocked Literal Bible

The priests and the Levites accepted the weighed silver, gold, and the objects in order to take them to Jerusalem, to our God's house.

Noah Webster Bible

So the priests and the Levites took the weight of the silver, and the gold, and the vessels, to bring them to Jerusalem to the house of our God.

World English Bible

So the priests and the Levites received the weight of the silver, the gold, and the vessels, to bring them to Jerusalem to the house of our God.

Young's Literal Translation

And the priests and the Levites took the weight of the silver, and of the gold, and of the vessels, to bring to Jerusalem to the house of our God.

Context

Priests to Guard the Offerings

²⁹Guard them carefully until you weigh them out in the chambers of the house of the LORD in Jerusalem before the leading priests, Levites, and heads of the Israelite families.”³⁰So the priests and Levites took charge of the silver and gold and sacred articles that had been weighed out to be taken to the house of our God in Jerusalem.

Summary

In this verse, Ezra acknowledges God's gracious hand of protection over him and his companions as they journeyed to Jerusalem with valuable treasures for the temple. He recognizes that their safe arrival was a result of God's mercy and favor, demonstrating his faith and reliance on the Lord. This passage serves as a reminder of the importance of trusting in God's providence and seeking His guidance in all endeavors, especially when facing challenges or embarking on significant tasks. Ezra's gratitude reflects a heart that is attuned to God's faithfulness and sovereignty, inspiring believers to also acknowledge and give thanks for God's blessings in their lives.

Commentary

John Gill

John Gill Bible Commentary

Then we departed from the river of Ahava, on the twelfth day of the first month, to go unto Jerusalem,.... The month Nisan, answering to part of March and part of April; this was two days before the passover began: and the hand of our God was upon us; guiding, directing, and protecting them by his providence: and he delivered us from the hand of the enemy, and of such as lay in wait by the way; either by intimidating them, that they dared not attack them, or by directing them to take a different road, whereby they escaped them, see Ezr 8:22.