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Ezra 8:15 ยท KJV

"And I gathered them together to the river that runneth to Ahava; and there abode we in tents three days: and I viewed the people, and the priests, and found there none of the sons of Levi."

King James Version

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Passage Context

13And of the last sons of Adonikam, whose names are these, Eliphelet, Jeiel, and Shemaiah, and with them threescore males.
14Of the sons also of Bigvai; Uthai, and Zabbud, and with them seventy males.
15And I gathered them together to the river that runneth to Ahava; and there abode we in tents three days: and I viewed the people, and the priests, and found there none of the sons of Levi.
16Then sent I for Eliezer, for Ariel, for Shemaiah, and for Elnathan, and for Jarib, and for Elnathan, and for Nathan, and for Zechariah, and for Meshullam, chief men; also for Joiarib, and for Elnathan, men of understanding.
17And I sent them with commandment unto Iddo the chief at the place Casiphia, and I told them what they should say unto Iddo, and to his brethren the Nethinims, at the place Casiphia, that they should bring unto us ministers for the house of our God.

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you prepare for significant changes in your life?

2

What does it mean for you to seek spiritual guidance?

3

When have you felt unprepared for a journey or task?

Life Application

preparation

Take time to prepare spiritually and mentally for upcoming challenges.

leadership

Identify leaders in your life and seek their guidance.

Places in This Verse

Ahava

Ahava is a river where Ezra gathered the people before their journey to Jerusalem. It served as a significant meeting point for the returning exiles.

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