New International VersionAll their neighbors assisted them with articles of silver and gold, with goods and livestock, and with valuable gifts, in addition to all the freewill offerings.
New Living TranslationAnd all their neighbors assisted by giving them articles of silver and gold, supplies for the journey, and livestock. They gave them many valuable gifts in addition to all the voluntary offerings.
English Standard VersionAnd all who were about them aided them with vessels of silver, with gold, with goods, with beasts, and with costly wares, besides all that was freely offered.
Berean Standard BibleAnd all their neighbors supported them with articles of silver and gold, with goods and livestock, and with valuables, in addition to all their freewill offerings.
King James BibleAnd all they that were about them strengthened their hands with vessels of silver, with gold, with goods, and with beasts, and with precious things, beside all that was willingly offered.
New King James VersionAnd all those who were around them encouraged them with articles of silver and gold, with goods and livestock, and with precious things, besides all that was willingly offered.
New American Standard BibleAnd all of those around them encouraged them with articles of silver, with gold, with equipment, cattle, and with valuables, aside from everything that was given as a voluntary offering.
NASB 1995All those about them encouraged them with articles of silver, with gold, with goods, with cattle and with valuables, aside from all that was given as a freewill offering.
NASB 1977And all those about them encouraged them with articles of silver, with gold, with goods, with cattle, and with valuables, aside from all that was given as a freewill offering.
Legacy Standard BibleAll those around them strengthened them with articles of silver, with gold, with possessions, with cattle, and with precious things, aside from all that was given as a freewill offering.
Amplified BibleAll those who were around them encouraged them with articles of silver, with gold, with goods, with cattle, and with valuable things, in addition to all that was given as a freewill offering.
Christian Standard BibleAll their neighbors supported them with silver articles, gold, goods, livestock, and valuables, in addition to all that was given as a freewill offering.
Holman Christian Standard BibleAll their neighbors supported them with silver articles, gold, goods, livestock, and valuables, in addition to all that was given as a freewill offering.
American Standard VersionAnd all they that were round about them strengthened their hands with vessels of silver, with gold, with goods, and with beasts, and with precious things, besides all that was willingly offered.
Contemporary English VersionThe others helped by giving silver articles, gold, personal possessions, cattle, and other valuable gifts, as well as offerings for the temple.
English Revised VersionAnd all they that were round about them strengthened their hands with vessels of silver, with gold, with goods, and with beasts, and with precious things, beside all that was willingly offered.
GOD'S WORD® TranslationAll their neighbors [who were remaining behind] provided them with articles made from silver and gold, supplies, livestock, and valuable gifts besides everything that was freely offered.
Good News TranslationAll their neighbors helped them by giving them many things: silver utensils, gold, supplies, pack animals, other valuables, and offerings for the Temple.
International Standard VersionSo all of their neighbors equipped the travelers with silver, gold, equipment, pack animals, and valuable goods, in addition to voluntary offerings.
NET BibleAll their neighbors assisted them with silver utensils, gold, equipment, animals, and expensive gifts, not to mention all the voluntary offerings.
New Heart English BibleAll those who were around them strengthened their hands with vessels of silver, with gold, with goods, and with animals, and with precious things, besides all that was willingly offered.
Webster's Bible TranslationAnd all they that were about them strengthened their hands with vessels of silver, with gold, with goods, and with beasts, and with precious things, besides all that was willingly offered. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleAnd all their neighbors supported them with articles of silver and gold, with goods and livestock, and with valuables, in addition to all their freewill offerings.
World English BibleAll those who were around them strengthened their hands with vessels of silver, with gold, with goods, with animals, and with precious things, in addition to all that was willingly offered. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand all those around them have strengthened [them] with their hands, with vessels of silver, with gold, with goods, and with beasts, and with precious things, apart from all that has been offered willingly.
Young's Literal Translation and all those round about them have strengthened them with their hands, with vessels of silver, with gold, with goods, and with beasts, and with precious things, apart from all that hath been offered willingly.
Smith's Literal TranslationAnd all those round about them strengthened upon their hands with vessels of silver, with gold, with substance, and with cattle, and most precious things, besides all being willingly given. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd all they that were round about, helped their hands with vessels of silver, and gold, with goods, and with beasts, and with furniture, besides what they had offered on their own accord.
Catholic Public Domain VersionAnd all those who were all around assisted their hands with vessels of silver and gold, with goods and cattle, with equipment, in addition to whatever they had offered freely.
New American BibleAll their neighbors gave them help in every way, with silver, gold, goods, livestock, and many precious gifts, besides all their voluntary offerings.
New Revised Standard VersionAll their neighbors aided them with silver vessels, with gold, with goods, with animals, and with valuable gifts, besides all that was freely offered. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd all they that were round about gave them help with vessels of silver, with gold, with goods, with beasts, and with precious gifts, which they willingly offered.
Peshitta Holy Bible TranslatedAnd everyone who was around them held in their hands vessels of silver and gold and possessions and beasts and valuable gifts which were pleasing. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And all they that were round about them strengthened their hands with vessels of silver, with gold, with goods, and with beasts, and with precious things, beside all that was willingly offered.
Brenton Septuagint TranslationAnd all that were round about strengthened their hands with vessels of silver, with gold, with goods, and with cattle, and with presents, besides the voluntary offerings.
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Context The Proclamation of Cyrus… 5So the family heads of Judah and Benjamin, along with the priests and Levites—everyone whose spirit God had stirred—prepared to go up and rebuild the house of the LORD in Jerusalem. 6And alltheir neighborssupportedthemwith articlesof silverand gold,with goodsand livestock,and with valuables,in additiontoalltheir freewill offerings.
Cross References Exodus 12:35-36Furthermore, the Israelites acted on Moses’ word and asked the Egyptians for articles of silver and gold, and for clothing. / And the LORD gave the people such favor in the sight of the Egyptians that they granted their request. In this way they plundered the Egyptians.
Nehemiah 2:8And may I have a letter to Asaph, keeper of the king’s forest, so that he will give me timber to make beams for the gates of the citadel to the temple, for the city wall, and for the house I will occupy.” And because the gracious hand of my God was upon me, the king granted my requests.
Isaiah 60:9Surely the islands will wait for Me, with the ships of Tarshish in the lead, to bring your children from afar, with their silver and gold, to the honor of the LORD your God, the Holy One of Israel, for He has glorified you.
2 Chronicles 36:22-23In the first year of Cyrus king of Persia, to fulfill the word of the LORD spoken through Jeremiah, the LORD stirred the spirit of Cyrus king of Persia to send a proclamation throughout his kingdom and to put it in writing as follows: / “This is what Cyrus king of Persia says: ‘The LORD, the God of heaven, who has given me all the kingdoms of the earth, has appointed me to build a house for Him at Jerusalem in Judah. Whoever among you belongs to His people, may the LORD his God be with him, and may he go up.’”
Haggai 1:14So the LORD stirred the spirit of Zerubbabel son of Shealtiel, governor of Judah, and the spirit of Joshua son of Jehozadak, the high priest, as well as the spirit of all the remnant of the people. And they came and began the work on the house of the LORD of Hosts, their God,
Nehemiah 7:70-72Some of the heads of the families contributed to the project. The governor gave to the treasury 1,000 darics of gold, 50 bowls, and 530 priestly garments. / And some of the heads of the families gave to the treasury for the project 20,000 darics of gold and 2,200 minas of silver. / The rest of the people gave a total of 20,000 darics of gold, 2,000 minas of silver, and 67 priestly garments.
Isaiah 45:13I will raise up Cyrus in righteousness, and I will make all his ways straight. He will rebuild My city and set My exiles free, but not for payment or reward, says the LORD of Hosts.”
1 Chronicles 29:6-9Then the leaders of the families, the officers of the tribes of Israel, the commanders of thousands and of hundreds, and the officials in charge of the king’s work gave willingly. / Toward the service of God’s house they gave 5,000 talents and 10,000 darics of gold, 10,000 talents of silver, 18,000 talents of bronze, and 100,000 talents of iron. / Whoever had precious stones gave them to the treasury of the house of the LORD, under the care of Jehiel the Gershonite. ...
Nehemiah 11:2And the people blessed all the men who volunteered to live in Jerusalem.
2 Corinthians 9:7Each one should give what he has decided in his heart to give, not out of regret or compulsion. For God loves a cheerful giver.
Philippians 4:15-18And as you Philippians know, in the early days of the gospel, when I left Macedonia, no church but you partnered with me in the matter of giving and receiving. / For even while I was in Thessalonica, you provided for my needs again and again. / Not that I am seeking a gift, but I am looking for the fruit that may be credited to your account. ...
Acts 4:34-35There were no needy ones among them, because those who owned lands or houses would sell their property, bring the proceeds from the sales, / and lay them at the apostles’ feet for distribution to anyone as he had need.
1 Corinthians 16:1-3Now about the collection for the saints, you are to do as I directed the churches of Galatia: / On the first day of every week, each of you should set aside a portion of his income, saving it up, so that when I come no collections will be needed. / Then, on my arrival, I will send letters with those you recommend to carry your gift to Jerusalem.
Romans 15:26-27For Macedonia and Achaia were pleased to make a contribution for the poor among the saints in Jerusalem. / They were pleased to do it, and indeed they owe it to them. For if the Gentiles have shared in their spiritual blessings, they are obligated to minister to them with material blessings.
2 Corinthians 8:1-5Now, brothers, we want you to know about the grace that God has given the churches of Macedonia. / In the terrible ordeal they suffered, their abundant joy and deep poverty overflowed into rich generosity. / For I testify that they gave according to their ability and even beyond it. Of their own accord, ...
Treasury of Scripture And all they that were about them strengthened their hands with vessels of silver, with gold, with goods, and with beasts, and with precious things, beside all that was willingly offered. strengthened their hands. Ezra 7:15,16 And to carry the silver and gold, which the king and his counsellers have freely offered unto the God of Israel, whose habitationis in Jerusalem, … Ezra 8:25-28,33 And weighed unto them the silver, and the gold, and the vessels,even the offering of the house of our God, which the king, and his counsellers, and his lords, and all Israelthere present, had offered: … willingly offered Ezra 1:4 And whosoever remaineth in any place where he sojourneth, let the men of his place help him with silver, and with gold, and with goods, and with beasts, beside the freewill offering for the house of God thatis in Jerusalem. Psalm 110:3 Thy peopleshall be willing in the day of thy power, in the beauties of holiness from the womb of the morning: thou hast the dew of thy youth. 2 Corinthians 9:7 Every man according as he purposeth in his heart,so let him give; not grudgingly, or of necessity: for God loveth a cheerful giver. Jump to Previous AdditionAidedAnimalsApartArticlesAssistedBeastsBesidesCattleCostlyEncouragedFreelyFreewillGiftsGoldGoodsGreatHandsHelpLivestockNeighborsNeighboursOfferedOfferingPreciousRoundSilverStrengthenedValuableValuablesValueVesselsWaresWillinglyJump to Next AdditionAidedAnimalsApartArticlesAssistedBeastsBesidesCattleCostlyEncouragedFreelyFreewillGiftsGoldGoodsGreatHandsHelpLivestockNeighborsNeighboursOfferedOfferingPreciousRoundSilverStrengthenedValuableValuablesValueVesselsWaresWillinglyEzra 1 1.The proclamation of Cyrus for the building of the temple5.The people provide for their return7.Cyrus restores the vessels of the temple to SheshbazzarAnd all their neighbors supported themThis phrase highlights the cooperation and goodwill between the Israelites and their neighbors during the return from Babylonian exile. It reflects a fulfillment of God's promise to move the hearts of others to assist His people ( Proverbs 21:1). The support from neighbors can be seen as a divine orchestration, similar to the Egyptians giving the Israelites goods during the Exodus ( Exodus 12:35-36). with articles of silver and gold
Silver and gold were valuable commodities in the ancient Near East, often used for trade, currency, and religious offerings. The provision of these precious metals signifies the wealth and resources needed for the rebuilding of the temple in Jerusalem. This mirrors the wealth given to the Israelites during the Exodus, symbolizing God's provision and blessing (Exodus 3:21-22). with goods and livestock
Goods and livestock were essential for sustaining the returning exiles on their journey and for re-establishing their community in Jerusalem. Livestock, in particular, was crucial for agriculture and sacrifices. This provision underscores the practical needs being met by God through the generosity of others, reminiscent of the support given to the Israelites in their wilderness journey (Numbers 32:1). and with valuables
The term "valuables" encompasses a wide range of precious items, possibly including jewels, fine clothing, and other luxury goods. These items would have been used for both personal and communal purposes, including the adornment of the temple. This reflects the wealth of nations being brought to God's people, a theme echoed in prophecies about the future glory of Jerusalem (Isaiah 60:5-7). in addition to all their freewill offerings
Freewill offerings were voluntary gifts given out of devotion and gratitude to God, beyond what was required by law. This phrase indicates the heartfelt generosity of the people, both those returning and those remaining, in supporting the temple's reconstruction. It highlights the importance of willing and joyful giving in worship, as seen in the construction of the Tabernacle (Exodus 35:29). Persons / Places / Events 1. The IsraelitesThe Jewish exiles who were returning to Jerusalem to rebuild the temple, as decreed by King Cyrus of Persia. 2. NeighborsThe people living around the Israelites in exile, likely including both fellow Jews and non-Jews, who provided support for the journey and the rebuilding efforts. 3. King Cyrus of PersiaThe ruler who issued the decree allowing the Jews to return to Jerusalem and rebuild the temple, fulfilling God's prophecy. 4. JerusalemThe city to which the exiles were returning, significant as the center of Jewish worship and identity. 5. The TempleThe central place of worship for the Jewish people, which was to be rebuilt as a symbol of God's presence and faithfulness. Teaching Points God's Provision Through OthersGod often uses people around us to provide for our needs. Just as the neighbors supported the Israelites, we should be open to receiving help and also be willing to support others in their God-given missions. The Importance of CommunityThe support from the neighbors highlights the importance of community in fulfilling God's purposes. We are called to be part of a community that encourages and supports one another in faith and action. Generosity as WorshipThe freewill offerings and gifts given to the Israelites were acts of worship and obedience. Our generosity should be a reflection of our gratitude and commitment to God's work. Faith in God's PromisesThe return to Jerusalem and the rebuilding of the temple were fulfillments of God's promises. We can trust that God will fulfill His promises in our lives, often in ways we do not expect. Lists and Questions Top 10 Lessons from Ezra 1
What did Peter mean by lacking silver and gold?
In Nehemiah 7:66, is it historically or logistically plausible for over 42,000 people to have returned and reestablished themselves so quickly after exile?
Why does the text mention the precise return of gold and silver vessels in Ezra 6:5 if many of these items likely disappeared over time?
If the original temple vessels in Ezra 1:7 had been melted down by the Babylonians, how could these exact items be returned intact?Verse 6. - All they that were about them.i.e. all their neighbours. Strengthened their hands.This is the literal rendering. The margin gives the right meaning - "helped them." Withprecious things.Migdanoth, a rare word, only used here, in Genesis 24:53, and in 2 Chronicles 21:3; always connected with silver and gold: derived from meged, which means " precious.Besides all that was willingly offered(comp. ver. 4). The gold, silver, precious things, etc. previously mentioned were free gifts to individual Jews, and were additional to certain offerings which were intrusted to them for conveyance to Jerusalem. On the value attached by the Persians to offerings made in Jerusalem to Jehovah, see below, Ezra 6:10, and Ezra 7:17.
Parallel Commentaries ...
Hebrew And allוְכָל־(wə·ḵāl)Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 3605:The whole, all, any, everytheir neighborsסְבִיבֹֽתֵיהֶם֙(sə·ḇî·ḇō·ṯê·hem)Adverb | third person masculine plural
Strong's 5439:A circle, neighbour, environs, aroundsupportedחִזְּק֣וּ(ḥiz·zə·qū)Verb - Piel - Perfect - third person common plural
Strong's 2388:To fasten upon, to seize, be strong, obstinate, to bind, restrain, conquerthemבִֽידֵיהֶ֔ם(ḇî·ḏê·hem)Preposition-b | Noun - fdc | third person masculine plural
Strong's 3027:A handwith articlesבִּכְלֵי־(biḵ·lê-)Preposition-b | Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 3627:Something prepared, any apparatusof silverכֶ֧סֶף(ḵe·sep̄)Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 3701:Silver, moneyand gold,בַּזָּהָ֛ב(baz·zā·hāḇ)Preposition-b, Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 2091:Gold, something gold-colored, as oil, a clear skywith goodsבָּרְכ֥וּשׁ(bā·rə·ḵūš)Preposition-b, Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 7399:Property, goodsand livestock,וּבַבְּהֵמָ֖ה(ū·ḇab·bə·hê·māh)Conjunctive waw, Preposition-b, Article | Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 929:A dumb beast, any large quadruped, animaland with valuables,וּבַמִּגְדָּנ֑וֹת(ū·ḇam·miḡ·dā·nō·wṯ)Conjunctive waw, Preposition-b, Article | Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 4030:A choice or excellent thingin additionלְבַ֖ד(lə·ḇaḏ)Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 905:Separation, a part of the body, branch of a, tree, bar for, carrying, chief oftoעַל־(‘al-)Preposition
Strong's 5921:Above, over, upon, againstallכָּל־(kāl-)Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 3605:The whole, all, any, everytheir freewill offerings.הִתְנַדֵּֽב׃(hiṯ·nad·dêḇ)Verb - Hitpael - Infinitive construct
Strong's 5068:To impel, to volunteer, to present spontaneously
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