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The Temple Completed
…14So the Jewish elders built and prospered through the prophesying of Haggai the prophet and Zechariah son of Iddo. They finished building according to the command of the God of Israel and the decrees of Cyrus, Darius, and Artaxerxes, kings of Persia.15And thistemplewas completedonthe thirddayof the monthof Adar,in the sixthyearof the reignof KingDarius.

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And this house was finished on the third day of the month Adar, which was in the sixth year of the reign of Darius the king.

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Esther 3:7,13
In the first month, thatis, the month Nisan, in the twelfth year of king Ahasuerus, they cast Pur, thatis, the lot, before Haman from day to day, and from month to month,to the twelfthmonth, thatis, the month Adar…

Esther 8:12
Upon one day in all the provinces of king Ahasuerus,namely, upon the thirteenthday of the twelfth month, whichis the month Adar.

Esther 9:1,15,17,19,21
Now in the twelfth month, thatis, the month Adar, on the thirteenth day of the same, when the king's commandment and his decree drew near to be put in execution, in the day that the enemies of the Jews hoped to have power over them, (though it was turned to the contrary, that the Jews had rule over them that hated them;) …

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13.By the help of Tattenai and Shethar-Bozenai the temple is finished
16.The feast of the dedication is kept
19.and the Passover

And this temple was completed
The completion of the temple marks a significant moment in Jewish history, fulfilling the prophecies of Haggai and Zechariah who encouraged the people to rebuild. The temple's completion signifies the restoration of worship and the presence of God among His people. This event is a fulfillment of God's promise to restore Israel after the Babylonian exile.

on the third day of the month of Adar,
The month of Adar corresponds to February-March in the Gregorian calendar. The specific mention of the third day highlights the precision and care in recording historical events in the Bible. Adar is the last month of the Jewish calendar, symbolizing the end of a period and the beginning of a new chapter for the Israelites. This timing also aligns with the Jewish festival of Purim, a celebration of deliverance and divine providence.

in the sixth year of the reign of King Darius.
King Darius I of Persia reigned from 522 to 486 BC. The sixth year of his reign would be around 516 BC. Darius played a crucial role in the rebuilding of the temple by supporting the Jewish efforts and providing resources, as recorded inEzra 6:1-12. His reign is marked by administrative efficiency and support for local customs and religions, which facilitated the completion of the temple. This period is significant as it marks the end of the 70-year exile prophesied by Jeremiah (Jeremiah 25:11-12), demonstrating God's faithfulness to His covenant people.

1.The Temple
The central focus of this verse, the temple in Jerusalem, represents the physical and spiritual center of Jewish worship and identity. Its completion marks a significant moment in the restoration of the Jewish people after the Babylonian exile.

2.The Third Day of the Month of Adar
This date signifies the completion of the temple, which is a time of celebration and fulfillment of God's promises. Adar is the twelfth month in the Hebrew calendar, often associated with joy and deliverance.

3.The Sixth Year of the Reign of King Darius
King Darius of Persia played a crucial role in the rebuilding of the temple by supporting the Jewish efforts and providing resources. His reign is marked by a policy of tolerance and support for the Jewish people.

4.The Jewish Returnees
The Jewish exiles who returned from Babylon to Jerusalem were instrumental in rebuilding the temple. Their perseverance and faithfulness are key themes in the book of Ezra.

5.Prophets Haggai and Zechariah
Though not mentioned in this specific verse, these prophets encouraged the people to complete the temple, emphasizing the importance of obedience to God’s commands.God's Faithfulness in Fulfillment
The completion of the temple is a testament to God's faithfulness in fulfilling His promises. Believers can trust that God will accomplish His purposes in His perfect timing.

The Importance of Obedience
The perseverance of the Jewish returnees in completing the temple despite opposition highlights the importance of obedience to God's commands. Christians are called to remain faithful in their tasks, trusting in God's provision.

Role of Leadership and Support
King Darius's support underscores the importance of godly leadership and the role of external support in accomplishing God's work. Believers should pray for and support leaders who align with God's purposes.

Spiritual Renewal and Worship
The temple's completion signifies a renewal of worship and spiritual life for the Jewish people. Christians are reminded of the importance of maintaining a vibrant spiritual life centered on worship and devotion to God.Top 10 Lessons from Ezra 6

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Verse 15. -The house was finished on the third day of the month Adar. Haggai (Haggai 1:15) gives the exact day of the recommencement of the work as the twenty-fourth of Elul in Darius's second year. Ezra here gives the exact day of the completion. From Zerubbabel's laying of the foundation (Ezra 3:10), the time that had elapsed was twenty-one years. From the recommencement under the inspiriting influence of the two prophets, the time was only four years, five months, and ten days. DEDICATION OF THE SECOND TEMPLE (Ezra 6:16-18). Following the example of Solomon, who had solemnly "dedicated" the first temple (1 Kings 8:63), and had offered on the occasion a sacrifice unexampled for its magnitude in the whole of Jewish history (ibid.), Zerubbabel now, under the advice of two prophets, inaugurated the new building with a similar ceremony. In "the day of small things" it was not possible for him to emulate Solomon's magnificence in respect of the number of victims. Solomon had sacrificed 22,000 oxen and 120,000 sheep. Zerubbabel's means only enabled him to make an offering of 712 animals, more than half of them lambs. He did, however, according to his ability; and God, who accepts all our endeavours according to that we have, and not according to that we have not, was content to receive graciously the humble offering made to him, and to bless the building thus inaugurated with a glory unknown to the first temple. The Lord himself, the Messenger of the covenant, so long sought by his people, suddenly came to this temple (Malachi 3:1) - came to it, and frequented it, and taught in it, and gave it a dignity and a majesty far beyond the first temple, which possessed indeed the Shechinah, but was once, and once only, vouchsafed a brief manifestation of the actual Divine presence (2 Chronicles 7:1).

Parallel Commentaries ...


And this
דְנָ֔ה(ḏə·nāh)
Pronoun - masculine singular
Strong's 1836:This

temple
בַּיְתָ֣ה(bay·ṯāh)
Noun - masculine singular determinate
Strong's 1005:A house

was completed
וְשֵׁיצִיא֙(wə·šê·ṣî)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Conjunctive perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 3319:To bring out, finish

on
עַ֛ד(‘aḏ)
Preposition
Strong's 5705:Even to, until

the third
תְּלָתָ֖ה(tə·lā·ṯāh)
Number - masculine singular
Strong's 8532:Three, third

day
י֥וֹם(yō·wm)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 3118:A day

of the month
לִירַ֣ח(lî·raḥ)
Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 3393:A month

of Adar,
אֲדָ֑ר(’ă·ḏār)
Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 144:The twelfth month in the Jewish calendar

in the sixth
שֵׁ֔ת(šêṯ)
Number - feminine singular
Strong's 8353:Six

year
שְׁנַת־(šə·naṯ-)
Noun - feminine singular construct
Strong's 8140:A year

of the reign
לְמַלְכ֖וּת(lə·mal·ḵūṯ)
Preposition-l | Noun - feminine singular construct
Strong's 4437:Royalty, reign, kingdom

of King
מַלְכָּֽא׃(mal·kā)
Noun - masculine singular determinate
Strong's 4430:A king

Darius.
דָּרְיָ֥וֶשׁ(dā·rə·yā·weš)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 1868:Darius -- two person kings


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OT History: Ezra 6:15 This house was finished on the third (Ezr. Ez)