Ezra 7:14
Ezra 7:14 in Multiple Translations
You are sent by the king and his seven counselors to evaluate Judah and Jerusalem according to the Law of your God, which is in your hand.
Forasmuch as thou art sent of the king, and of his seven counsellors, to enquire concerning Judah and Jerusalem, according to the law of thy God which is in thine hand;
Forasmuch as thou art sent of the king and his seven counsellors, to inquire concerning Judah and Jerusalem, according to the law of thy God which is in thy hand,
Because you are sent by the king and his seven wise men, to get knowledge about Judah and Jerusalem, as you are ordered by the law of your God which is in your hand;
You are being sent by the king and his seven counselors to investigate the situation in Judah and Jerusalem as it relates to the Law of your God, which you carry with you.
Therefore art thou sent of the King and his seuen counsellers, to enquire in Iudah and Ierusalem, according to the lawe of thy God, which is in thine hand,
because that from the king and his seven counsellors thou art sent, to inquire concerning Judah and concerning Jerusalem, with the law of God that [is] in thy hand,
Because you are sent by the king and his seven counselors to inquire concerning Judah and Jerusalem, according to the law of your God which is in your hand,
Forasmuch as thou art sent by the king, and by his seven counselors, to inquire concerning Judah and Jerusalem, according to the law of thy God which is in thy hand;
For thou art sent from before the king, and his seven counsellors, to visit Judea and Jerusalem according to the law of thy God, which is in thy hand.
I, along with my seven counselors/advisors, am sending you to Jerusalem, in order that you can determine what is happening there and in other towns in Judah. You are taking with you [MTY] a copy of God’s laws; make sure that the people are doing everything that is written in those laws.
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Hebrew Word Reference — Ezra 7:14
Study Notes — Ezra 7:14
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- Cross References
- Ezra 7:14 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Ezra 7:14
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezra 7:14
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ezra 7:14
- Trapp's Commentary on Ezra 7:14
- Ellicott's Commentary on Ezra 7:14
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Ezra 7:14
- Cambridge Bible on Ezra 7:14
- Barnes' Notes on Ezra 7:14
- Whedon's Commentary on Ezra 7:14
- Sermons on Ezra 7:14
Context — Artaxerxes’ Letter for Ezra
14You are sent by the king and his seven counselors to evaluate Judah and Jerusalem according to the Law of your God, which is in your hand.
15Moreover, you are to take with you the silver and gold that the king and his counselors have freely offered to the God of Israel, whose dwelling is in Jerusalem, 16together with all the silver and gold you may find in all the province of Babylon, as well as the freewill offerings of the people and priests to the house of their God in Jerusalem.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Esther 1:14 | His closest advisors were Carshena, Shethar, Admatha, Tarshish, Meres, Marsena, and Memucan, the seven princes of Persia and Media who had personal access to the king and ranked highest in the kingdom. |
| 2 | Ezra 7:25–26 | And you, Ezra, according to the wisdom of your God which you possess, are to appoint magistrates and judges to judge all the people west of the Euphrates—all who know the laws of your God. And you are to teach these laws to anyone who does not know them. If anyone does not keep the law of your God and the law of the king, let a strict judgment be executed against him, whether death, banishment, confiscation of property, or imprisonment. |
| 3 | Ezra 7:28 | and who has shown me favor before the king, his counselors, and all his powerful officials. And because the hand of the LORD my God was upon me, I took courage and gathered the leaders of Israel to return with me. |
| 4 | Isaiah 8:20 | To the law and to the testimony! If they do not speak according to this word, they have no light of dawn. |
| 5 | Ezra 1:3 | Whoever among you belongs to His people, may his God be with him, and may he go to Jerusalem in Judah and build the house of the LORD, the God of Israel; He is the God who is in Jerusalem. |
| 6 | Daniel 6:20 | When he reached the den, he cried out in a voice of anguish, “O Daniel, servant of the living God, has your God, whom you serve continually, been able to deliver you from the lions?” |
| 7 | Daniel 6:26 | I hereby decree that in every part of my kingdom, men are to tremble in fear before the God of Daniel: For He is the living God, and He endures forever; His kingdom will never be destroyed, and His dominion will never end. |
| 8 | Ezra 5:8 | Let it be known to the king that we went into the province of Judah, to the house of the great God. The people are rebuilding it with large stones, and placing timbers in the walls. This work is being carried out diligently and is prospering in their hands. |
| 9 | Ezra 7:15 | Moreover, you are to take with you the silver and gold that the king and his counselors have freely offered to the God of Israel, whose dwelling is in Jerusalem, |
| 10 | Deuteronomy 17:18–19 | When he is seated on his royal throne, he must write for himself a copy of this instruction on a scroll in the presence of the Levitical priests. It is to remain with him, and he is to read from it all the days of his life, so that he may learn to fear the LORD his God by carefully observing all the words of this instruction and these statutes. |
Ezra 7:14 Summary
[Ezra 7:14 tells us that Ezra was sent to Judah and Jerusalem to evaluate how the people were living according to God's Law. This means he was to check if they were following God's commands and principles, as written in the Law. Just like Ezra, we can apply God's Law to our own lives by reading and obeying the Bible, as Jesus taught in Matthew 22:37-40. By doing so, we can live a life that pleases God and brings joy to our hearts, as seen in Psalm 119:1-2.]
Frequently Asked Questions
Why was Ezra sent to Judah and Jerusalem?
Ezra was sent by the king and his seven counselors to evaluate Judah and Jerusalem according to the Law of God, which was in his hand, as stated in Ezra 7:14. This was part of God's plan to restore His people, as seen in Isaiah 44:28.
What does it mean to evaluate according to the Law of God?
Evaluating according to the Law of God means to assess and correct the spiritual condition of Judah and Jerusalem based on God's commands and principles, as written in the Law, which is also mentioned in Deuteronomy 4:5-6.
Who were the seven counselors that sent Ezra?
The seven counselors are not named in Ezra 7:14, but they were part of the king's advisory team, and their role was to help the king make wise decisions, similar to the role of counselors in Proverbs 24:6.
What is the significance of the Law being in Ezra's hand?
The Law being in Ezra's hand signifies that he had the authority and responsibility to interpret and apply God's Law, as seen in Nehemiah 8:1-8, where Ezra reads the Law to the people.
Reflection Questions
- What does it mean for me to have God's Law in my 'hand', and how can I apply it to my life?
- How can I, like Ezra, be a vessel for God to evaluate and restore the spiritual condition of those around me?
- What are some areas in my life where I need to be evaluated according to God's Law, and how can I submit to His correction?
- How can I, like the king and his counselors, support and enable others to fulfill their calling and serve God?
Gill's Exposition on Ezra 7:14
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezra 7:14
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ezra 7:14
Trapp's Commentary on Ezra 7:14
Ellicott's Commentary on Ezra 7:14
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Ezra 7:14
Cambridge Bible on Ezra 7:14
Barnes' Notes on Ezra 7:14
Whedon's Commentary on Ezra 7:14
Sermons on Ezra 7:14
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The Ministry of Restoration - Part 2 by Dick Hussey | In this sermon, the preacher begins by sharing a personal story from his time in the Argentine army. He reflects on the hollowness of empty words and expresses a desire for the Wor |
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Rev. 22:4. the Vision of God by Horatius Bonar | Horatius Bonar preaches on Revelation 22:4, emphasizing the profound joy and honor of seeing God's face in the new Jerusalem, a place devoid of sin, sorrow, and death. He describes |
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Our Daily Homily - Ezra by F.B. Meyer | F.B. Meyer emphasizes the divine stirring of Cyrus as a fulfillment of prophecy, highlighting the importance of prayer and obedience in responding to God's call. He reflects on the |
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Living a Life Examined by God's Word by David Wilkerson | David Wilkerson emphasizes the transformative power of God's Word through the example of Ezra, who was deeply committed to seeking and obeying the Scriptures. Ezra's dedication led |
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I Was Strengthened, as the Hand Of by F.B. Meyer | F.B. Meyer emphasizes the profound strength that comes from recognizing the hand of God upon us, as exemplified by Ezra's daunting task of leading an expedition. He illustrates tha |
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The Word by A.W. Tozer | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance and power of the Holy Scriptures. He compares trying to celebrate the Scriptures in a short amount of time to summarizing a to |
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Election by C.H. Spurgeon | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of turning Scripture into practical discourse under the influence of God's Spirit. He encourages the audience to set aside th |






