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Blenkinsopp Introduction to Ezra-Nehemiah
The entire introduction from Blenkinsopp’s commentary on Ezra-Nehemiah is available for free through limited preview at Google Books. Even though you cannot view the entire commentary the introduction alone is very helpful. Check it out HERE.
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Ezra 9-10 – The Context of Today's Reading Makes it a Tough One
Today’s lectionary reading is definitely part of one of my least favorite Old Testament passages. If you heard the passage from the lectionary you probably would wonder why. The reading is Ezra 9.5-9, which reads as follows: At the time of the evening sacrifice, I, Ezra, rose in my wretchedness, and with cloak and mantle…
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The Celebration of Passover in Ezra
In today’s lectionary reading in Ezra 6, the people celebrate the Passover. This is somewhat significant as according the Bible Background Commentary on the Old Testament there has been no mention of the Passover celebration since the time of Josiah which was more than 100 years earlier. This is potentially an example of the idea…