Ezra 6:1 · KJV

"Then Darius the king made a decree, and search was made in the house of the rolls, where the treasures were laid up in Babylon."

King James Version

Passage Context

¹Then Darius the king made a decree, and search was made in the house of the rolls, where the treasures were laid up in Babylon.

²And there was found at Achmetha, in the palace that is in the province of the Medes, a roll, and therein was a record thus written:

³In the first year of Cyrus the king the same Cyrus the king made a decree concerning the house of God at Jerusalem, Let the house be builded, the place where they offered sacrifices, and let the foundations thereof be strongly laid; the height thereof threescore cubits, and the breadth thereof threescore cubits;

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Reflection Questions

How does authority influence your ability to accomplish tasks?

What does it mean for you to seek guidance in your decisions?

When have you experienced a moment of clarity in a challenging situation?

Life Application

leadership

Consider how you can lead with integrity in your responsibilities.

organization

Reflect on the importance of keeping records and documentation in your work.

Places in This Verse

Babylon(Baghdad, Iraq today)

Babylon was a major city of ancient Mesopotamia, known for its wealth and grandeur, particularly during the reign of Nebuchadnezzar II. It served as a center of administration for the Persian Empire.

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