Ezra 1:11 · KJV
"All the vessels of gold and of silver were five thousand and four hundred. All these did Sheshbazzar bring up with them of the captivity that were brought up from Babylon unto Jerusalem."
King James Version
What does Ezra 1:11 mean? →Passage Context
Reflection Questions
How do you value the contributions you make to your community?
What does it mean for you to be part of a larger mission?
When have you felt a sense of responsibility for your community?
Life Application
Reflect on your role in your community and consider how you can contribute more meaningfully.
Think about how you can dedicate your resources to support your faith community.
People in This Verse
Sheshbazzar was a leader of the first group of exiles returning to Jerusalem. He played a crucial role in the restoration of the temple and the Jewish community.
First appearance: Ezra 1:8
Places in This Verse
Babylon was the capital of the Babylonian Empire and the place where the Jewish people were exiled for several decades.
The city of Jerusalem is central to Jewish identity and worship. It was the location of the temple, which the returning exiles aimed to rebuild.
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