Ezra 10:13 · KJV
"But the people are many, and it is a time of much rain, and we are not able to stand without, neither is this a work of one day or two: for we are many that have transgressed in this thing."
King James Version
What does Ezra 10:13 mean? →Passage Context
11Now therefore make confession unto the LORD God of your fathers, and do his pleasure: and separate yourselves from the people of the land, and from the strange wives.
12Then all the congregation answered and said with a loud voice, As thou hast said, so must we do.
13But the people are many, and it is a time of much rain, and we are not able to stand without, neither is this a work of one day or two: for we are many that have transgressed in this thing.
14Let now our rulers of all the congregation stand, and let all them which have taken strange wives in our cities come at appointed times, and with them the elders of every city, and the judges thereof, until the fierce wrath of our God for this matter be turned from us.
15Only Jonathan the son of Asahel and Jahaziah the son of Tikvah were employed about this matter: and Meshullam and Shabbethai the Levite helped them.
Reflection Questions
1
How does the concept of community responsibility resonate with you?
2
What does it mean for you to address collective issues in your life?
3
When have you felt overwhelmed by a situation that required group action?
Life Application
community
Consider how you can contribute to your community's well-being. Engage in discussions about shared values and responsibilities.
faith
Reflect on how your personal choices impact your faith community. Strive to make decisions that align with your beliefs.
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