Ezra 7:17
“That thou mayest buy speedily with this money bullocks, rams, lambs, with their meat offerings and their drink offerings, and offer them upon the altar of the house of your God which is in Jerusalem.”
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Trusted original commentary from respected historical Bible scholars and theologians.
Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
The vessels also that were given thee for the service of the house of thy God,.... These were vessels of silver, basins…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–1714Ezra 7:11-26
We have here the commission which the Persian emperor granted to Ezra, giving him authority to act for the good of the…
Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921
Purpose of the gifts and offerings: (i) sacrifices.
that thou mayest buy speedily R.V. therefore thou shalt buy with all…
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