Ezra 5:4 · KJV

"Then said we unto them after this manner, What are the names of the men that make this building?"

King James Version

Passage Context

²Then rose up Zerubbabel the son of Shealtiel, and Jeshua the son of Jozadak, and began to build the house of God which is at Jerusalem: and with them were the prophets of God helping them.

³At the same time came to them Tatnai, governor on this side the river, and Shethar-boznai, and their companions, and said thus unto them, Who hath commanded you to build this house, and to make up this wall?

⁴Then said we unto them after this manner, What are the names of the men that make this building?

⁵But the eye of their God was upon the elders of the Jews, that they could not cause them to cease, till the matter came to Darius: and then they returned answer by letter concerning this matter.

⁶The copy of the letter that Tatnai, governor on this side the river, and Shethar-boznai, and his companions the Apharsachites, which were on this side the river, sent unto Darius the king:

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Reflection Questions

What does it mean for you to be part of a community project?

How do you define the importance of accountability in your actions?

When have you sought to understand the intentions of others?

Life Application

community

Engage with your community by asking questions and understanding their goals.

work

Clarify roles and responsibilities in your projects to avoid confusion.

Places in This Verse

Jerusalem(Jerusalem today)

The city where the Jewish community was attempting to rebuild their temple.

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