Ezra 2:68
Ezra 2:68 in Multiple Translations
When they arrived at the house of the LORD in Jerusalem, some of the heads of the families gave freewill offerings to rebuild the house of God on its original site.
¶ And some of the chief of the fathers, when they came to the house of the LORD which is at Jerusalem, offered freely for the house of God to set it up in his place:
And some of the heads of fathers’ houses, when they came to the house of Jehovah which is in Jerusalem, offered willingly for the house of God to set it up in its place:
And some of the heads of families, when they came to the house of the Lord which is in Jerusalem, gave freely of their wealth for the building up of the house of God in its place:
When they arrived at the Temple of the Lord in Jerusalem, some of the family leaders made voluntary contributions toward the rebuilding of God's Temple where it had once stood.
And certeine of the chiefe fathers, when they came to the house of the Lord, which was in Ierusalem, they offred willingly for the house of God, to set it vp vpon his fundation.
And some of the heads of the fathers in their coming in to the house of Jehovah that [is] in Jerusalem, have offered willingly for the house of God, to establish it on its base;
Some of the heads of fathers’ households, when they came to the LORD’s house which is in Jerusalem, offered willingly for God’s house to set it up in its place.
And some of the chief of the fathers, when they came to the house of the LORD which is at Jerusalem, offered freely for the house of God to set it up in its place:
And some of the chief of the fathers, when they came to the temple of the Lord, which is in Jerusalem, offered freely to the house of the Lord to build it in its place.
When they arrived at the temple of Yahweh in Jerusalem, some of the clan leaders gave money for the supplies needed to rebuild the temple at the place where the temple had been previously.
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Study Notes — Ezra 2:68
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- Ezra 2:68 Summary
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- Gill's Exposition on Ezra 2:68
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezra 2:68
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ezra 2:68
- Trapp's Commentary on Ezra 2:68
- Ellicott's Commentary on Ezra 2:68
- Cambridge Bible on Ezra 2:68
- Whedon's Commentary on Ezra 2:68
- Sermons on Ezra 2:68
Context — Offerings by the Exiles
68When they arrived at the house of the LORD in Jerusalem, some of the heads of the families gave freewill offerings to rebuild the house of God on its original site.
69According to their ability, they gave to the treasury for this work 61,000 darics of gold, 5,000 minas of silver, and 100 priestly garments. 70So the priests, the Levites, the singers, the gatekeepers, and the temple servants, along with some of the people, settled in their own towns; and the rest of the Israelites settled in their towns.Cross References
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| 1 | 2 Corinthians 9:7 | Each one should give what he has decided in his heart to give, not out of regret or compulsion. For God loves a cheerful giver. |
| 2 | 2 Corinthians 8:3 | For I testify that they gave according to their ability and even beyond it. Of their own accord, |
| 3 | Exodus 35:29 | So all the men and women of the Israelites whose hearts prompted them brought a freewill offering to the LORD for all the work that the LORD through Moses had commanded them to do. |
| 4 | Exodus 36:3 | They received from Moses all the contributions that the Israelites had brought to carry out the service of constructing the sanctuary. Meanwhile, the people continued to bring freewill offerings morning after morning, |
| 5 | Ezra 3:3 | They set up the altar on its foundation and sacrificed burnt offerings on it to the LORD—both the morning and evening burnt offerings—even though they feared the people of the land. |
| 6 | 1 Chronicles 21:18 | Then the angel of the LORD ordered Gad to tell David to go up and build an altar to the LORD on the threshing floor of Ornan the Jebusite. |
| 7 | Luke 21:1–4 | Then Jesus looked up and saw the rich putting their gifts into the treasury, and He saw a poor widow put in two small copper coins. “Truly I tell you,” He said, “this poor widow has put in more than all the others. For they all contributed out of their surplus, but she out of her poverty has put in all she had to live on.” |
| 8 | 2 Chronicles 3:1 | Then Solomon began to build the house of the LORD in Jerusalem on Mount Moriah, where the LORD had appeared to his father David. This was the place that David had prepared on the threshing floor of Ornan the Jebusite. |
| 9 | 1 Chronicles 29:5–17 | for the gold work and the silver work, and for all the work to be done by the craftsmen. Now who will volunteer to consecrate himself to the LORD today?” Then the leaders of the households, 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. And the people rejoiced at the willing response of their leaders, for they had given to the LORD freely and wholeheartedly. And King David also rejoiced greatly. Then David blessed the LORD in the sight of all the assembly and said: “May You be blessed, O LORD, God of our father Israel, from everlasting to everlasting. Yours, O LORD, is the greatness and the power and the glory and the splendor and the majesty, for everything in heaven and on earth belongs to You. Yours, O LORD, is the kingdom, and You are exalted as head over all. Both riches and honor come from You, and You are the ruler over all. In Your hands are power and might to exalt and give strength to all. Now therefore, our God, we give You thanks, and we praise Your glorious name. But who am I, and who are my people, that we should be able to give as generously as this? For everything comes from You, and from Your own hand we have given to You. For we are foreigners and strangers in Your presence, as were all our forefathers. Our days on earth are like a shadow, without hope. O LORD our God, from Your hand comes all this abundance that we have provided to build You a house for Your holy Name, and all of it belongs to You. I know, my God, that You test the heart and delight in uprightness. All these things I have given willingly and with an upright heart, and now I have seen Your people who are present here giving joyfully and willingly to You. |
| 10 | Nehemiah 7:70–73 | Some 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. So the priests, Levites, gatekeepers, singers, and temple servants, along with some of the people and the rest of the Israelites, settled in their own towns. And by the seventh month the Israelites had settled in their towns. |
Ezra 2:68 Summary
[This verse tells us that when the Israelites arrived in Jerusalem, some of the leaders gave freely to help rebuild the Temple, which was the house of God. They wanted to restore a place where they could worship and connect with God, just like we want to worship and connect with Him today (Psalm 100:4). By giving to God's work, we can demonstrate our love and devotion to Him, just like the Israelites did in this verse. We can apply this principle to our own lives by giving to God's work and serving others, as seen in Matthew 25:40.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the house of the LORD in Jerusalem?
The house of the LORD in Jerusalem refers to the Temple, which was the central place of worship for the Israelites, as seen in Ezra 2:68 and 1 Kings 8:1-66. It was where God dwelled among His people and where they offered sacrifices and prayers to Him.
What are freewill offerings and why were they given in this context?
Freewill offerings, as mentioned in Ezra 2:68, are voluntary gifts given to God out of love and devotion, as seen in Exodus 35:29 and Deuteronomy 16:10. In this context, they were given to rebuild the house of God on its original site, demonstrating the people's commitment to restoring worship and their relationship with God.
How does this verse relate to the concept of stewardship and giving in the Bible?
This verse illustrates the principle of giving to God's work, as seen in Malachi 3:10 and 2 Corinthians 9:6-7. The people gave according to their ability, demonstrating that God expects us to be good stewards of the resources He has given us and to give back to Him in worship and service.
What can we learn from the example of the heads of the families in this verse?
The heads of the families in Ezra 2:68 demonstrate leadership and initiative in giving to God's work, as seen in Nehemiah 2:18 and Proverbs 11:25. We can learn from their example by taking the lead in giving to God's work and serving others, and by being generous and willing to support God's plans and purposes.
Reflection Questions
- What motivates you to give to God's work, and how can you demonstrate your love and devotion to Him through your giving?
- How can you apply the principle of giving according to your ability, as seen in this verse, to your own life and circumstances?
- What are some ways you can take the lead in giving to God's work and serving others, just like the heads of the families in this verse?
- How can you balance the desire to give to God's work with the need to provide for your own family and responsibilities, as seen in 1 Timothy 5:8?
Gill's Exposition on Ezra 2:68
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezra 2:68
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ezra 2:68
Trapp's Commentary on Ezra 2:68
Ellicott's Commentary on Ezra 2:68
Cambridge Bible on Ezra 2:68
Whedon's Commentary on Ezra 2:68
Sermons on Ezra 2:68
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(Basics) 17. Dead Works by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the importance of being a cheerful giver in the eyes of God. He references 2 Corinthians 9:7, which states that God loves a cheerful giver. T |
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A Widow Who Becomes a Channel of God's Power by Otto Koning | Otto Koning shares a powerful testimony about a widow who, despite her poverty, becomes a channel of God's blessings by committing to give everything above her basic needs to suppo |
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The Hitchhiking Story by Otto Koning | In this sermon, the speaker shares a personal experience of hitchhiking and relying on God's provision. He recounts how he was stranded in Columbus and prayed for a ride to continu |
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Why Church God's Purpose by Francis Chan | This sermon highlights the importance of community and missions, focusing on the impact of supporting and serving others selflessly. It shares stories of partnership with churches |
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Encouraging Each Other at the End of the Age by John Piper | This sermon emphasizes the importance of believers coming together in small groups for mutual ministry, encouragement, and prayer. It highlights the need for Christians to stir up |
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Some Things I Have Learnt in 50 Years Part 1 by Zac Poonen | This sermon emphasizes four key lessons learned over 50 years as a believer: 1. Understanding God's immense love for us, equal to His love for Jesus, provides security and eradicat |
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Ephesians (Part 3) by Les Wheeldon | In this sermon, the speaker reflects on the recent General Election and the impact it had on the defeated candidate. He emphasizes that in the church, power and authority should no |





