Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version He had begun his journey from Babylon on the first day of the first month, and he arrived in Jerusalem on the first day of the fifth month, for the gracious hand of his God was on him. New Living Translation He had arranged to leave Babylon on April 8, the first day of the new year, and he arrived at Jerusalem on August 4, for the gracious hand of his God was on him. English Standard Version For on the first day of the first month he began to go up from Babylonia, and on the first day of the fifth month he came to Jerusalem, for the good hand of his God was on him. Berean Standard Bible He had begun the journey from Babylon on the first day of the first month, and he arrived in Jerusalem on the first day of the fifth month, for the gracious hand of his God was upon him. King James Bible For upon the first day of the first month began he to go up from Babylon, and on the first day of the fifth month came he to Jerusalem, according to the good hand of his God upon him. New King James Version On the first day of the first month he began his journey from Babylon, and on the first day of the fifth month he came to Jerusalem, according to the good hand of his God upon him. New American Standard Bible For on the first day of the first month he began to go up from Babylon; and on the first of the fifth month he came to Jerusalem, because the good hand of his God was upon him. NASB 1995 For on the first of the first month he began to go up from Babylon; and on the first of the fifth month he came to Jerusalem, because the good hand of his God was upon him. NASB 1977 For on the first of the first month he began to go up from Babylon; and on the first of the fifth month he came to Jerusalem, because the good hand of his God was upon him. Legacy Standard Bible For on the first of the first month he began to go up from Babylon; and on the first of the fifth month he came to Jerusalem, because the good hand of his God was upon him. Amplified Bible For on the first of the first month he started out from Babylon, and on the first of the fifth month he arrived in Jerusalem, because the good hand of his God was on him. Christian Standard Bible He began the journey from Babylon on the first day of the first month and arrived in Jerusalem on the first day of the fifth month since the gracious hand of his God was on him. Holman Christian Standard Bible He began the journey from Babylon on the first day of the first month and arrived in Jerusalem on the first day of the fifth month since the gracious hand of his God was on him. American Standard Version For upon the first day of the first month began he to go up from Babylon; and on the first day of the fifth month came he to Jerusalem, according to the good hand of his God upon him. English Revised Version For upon the first day of the first month began he to go up from Babylon, and on the first day of the fifth month came he to Jerusalem, according to the good hand of his God upon him. GOD'S WORD® Translation He had left Babylon on the first day of the first month, and on the first day of the fifth month, he arrived in Jerusalem, since his God was good to him. International Standard Version On the first day of the first month he left Babylon and he arrived in Jerusalem on the first day of the fifth month, since the beneficent hand of his God was upon him. Majority Standard Bible He had begun the journey from Babylon on the first day of the first month, and he arrived in Jerusalem on the first day of the fifth month, for the gracious hand of his God was upon him. NET Bible On the first day of the first month he had determined to make the ascent from Babylon, and on the first day of the fifth month he arrived at Jerusalem, for the good hand of his God was on him. New Heart English Bible For on the first day of the first month he began to go up from Babylon; and on the first day of the fifth month he came to Jerusalem, for the good hand of his God was on him. Webster's Bible Translation For upon the first day of the first month he began to go from Babylon, and on the first day of the fifth month he came to Jerusalem, according to the good hand of his God upon him. World English Bible For on the first day of the first month he began to go up from Babylon; and on the first day of the fifth month he came to Jerusalem, according to the good hand of his God on him. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionfor on the first of the month he has founded the ascent from Babylon, and on the first of the fifth month he has come to Jerusalem, according to the good hand of his God on him, Young's Literal Translation for on the first of the month he hath founded the ascent from Babylon, and on the first of the fifth month he hath come in unto Jerusalem, according to the good hand of his God upon him, Smith's Literal Translation For in one to the first month he laid the foundation of going up from Babel, and in one to the fifth month he came to Jerusalem, according to the good hand of his God upon him. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleFor upon the first day of the first month he began to go up from Babylon, and on the first day of the fifth month he came to Jerusalem according to the good hand of his God upon him. Catholic Public Domain Version For on the first day of the first month, he began to ascend from Babylon, and on the first day of the fifth month, he arrived at Jerusalem. For the good hand of his God was over him. New American Bible On the first day of the first month he began the journey up from Babylon, and on the first day of the fifth month he arrived at Jerusalem, for the favoring hand of his God was over him. New Revised Standard Version On the first day of the first month the journey up from Babylon was begun, and on the first day of the fifth month he came to Jerusalem, for the gracious hand of his God was upon him. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleFor on the first month they began to go up from Babylon, and on the first day of the fifth month they came to Jerusalem, according to the hand of God which had been good to them. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated Because in the first month they began to go up from Babel, and on the first of the fifth month they came to Jerusalem, according to the hand of God which was kind to them. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917For upon the first day of the first month began he to go up from Babylon, and on the first day of the fifth month came he to Jerusalem, according to the good hand of his God upon him. Brenton Septuagint Translation For in the first day of the first month he began the going up from Babylon, and in the first day of the fifth month, they came to Jerusalem, for the good hand of his God was upon him. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Ezra Goes Up to Jerusalem…8Ezra arrived in Jerusalem in the fifth month of the seventh year of the king. 9 He had begun the journey from Babylon on the first day of the first month, and he arrived in Jerusalem on the first day of the fifth month, for the gracious hand of his God was upon him. 10For Ezra had set his heart to study the Law of the LORD, to practice it, and to teach its statutes and ordinances in Israel.… Cross References Nehemiah 2:8 And 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. Nehemiah 2:18 I also told them about the gracious hand of my God upon me, and what the king had said to me. “Let us start rebuilding,” they replied, and they set their hands to this good work. Ezra 8:18 And since the gracious hand of our God was upon us, they brought us Sherebiah—a man of insight from the descendants of Mahli son of Levi, the son of Israel—along with his sons and brothers, 18 men; Ezra 8:22 For I was ashamed to ask the king for an escort of soldiers and horsemen to protect us from our enemies on the road, since we had told him, “The hand of our God is gracious to all who seek Him, but His great anger is against all who forsake Him.” Ezra 8:31 On the twelfth day of the first month we set out from the Ahava Canal to go to Jerusalem, and the hand of our God was upon us to protect us from the hands of the enemies and bandits along the way. Nehemiah 7:5 Then my God put it into my heart to assemble the nobles, the officials, and the people to be enrolled by genealogy. I found the genealogical register of those who had first returned, and I found the following written in it: Nehemiah 8:18 Day after day, from the first day to the last, Ezra read from the Book of the Law of God. The Israelites kept the feast for seven days, and on the eighth day they held an assembly, according to the ordinance. Nehemiah 9:21 For forty years You sustained them in the wilderness, so that they lacked nothing. Their clothes did not wear out and their feet did not swell. Nehemiah 9:25 They captured fortified cities and fertile land and took houses full of all goods, wells already dug, vineyards, olive groves, and fruit trees in abundance. So they ate and were filled; they grew fat and delighted in Your great goodness. Nehemiah 9:31 But in Your great compassion, You did not put an end to them; nor did You forsake them, for You are a gracious and compassionate God. Nehemiah 9:36 So here we are today as slaves in the land You gave our fathers to enjoy its fruit and goodness—here we are as slaves! Psalm 32:8 I will instruct you and teach you the way you should go; I will give you counsel and watch over you. Psalm 37:23 The steps of a man are ordered by the LORD who takes delight in his journey. Proverbs 3:6 in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight. Isaiah 58:11 The LORD will always guide you; He will satisfy you in a sun-scorched land and strengthen your frame. You will be like a well-watered garden, like a spring whose waters never fail. Treasury of Scripture For on the first day of the first month began he to go up from Babylon, and on the first day of the fifth month came he to Jerusalem, according to the good hand of his God on him. began he to go up. Ezra 7:6 This Ezra went up from Babylon; and he was a ready scribe in the law of Moses, which the LORD God of Israel had given: and the king granted him all his request, according to the hand of the LORD his God upon him. Nehemiah 2:8,18 And a letter unto Asaph the keeper of the king's forest, that he may give me timber to make beams for the gates of the palace which appertained to the house, and for the wall of the city, and for the house that I shall enter into. And the king granted me, according to the good hand of my God upon me… Jump to Previous Arrived Ascent Babylon Babylonia Begun Determined Fifth First Founded Good Gracious Hand Help Jerusalem Journey Month Project StartingJump to Next Arrived Ascent Babylon Babylonia Begun Determined Fifth First Founded Good Gracious Hand Help Jerusalem Journey Month Project StartingEzra 7 1. Ezra goes up to Jerusalem11. The gracious commission of Artaxerxes to Ezra 27. Ezra blesses God for this favor He had begun the journey from Babylon on the first day of the first month Ezra's journey from Babylon marks a significant moment in the history of the Jewish people, as it represents the return of the exiles to their homeland. The first day of the first month, Nisan, is significant in the Jewish calendar as it marks the beginning of the religious year and is associated with the Passover, a time of deliverance and new beginnings. This timing underscores the theme of redemption and restoration. Babylon, where the Jews had been in exile, was a center of learning and culture, but also a place of captivity. Ezra's departure from Babylon symbolizes a spiritual and physical return to God's promises. and he arrived in Jerusalem on the first day of the fifth month for the gracious hand of his God was upon him Persons / Places / Events 1. EzraA scribe and priest, Ezra was a leader among the Jewish exiles returning from Babylon to Jerusalem. He was known for his dedication to the Law of Moses and his role in re-establishing the Jewish community in Jerusalem. 2. Babylon The city from which Ezra and the exiles began their journey. Babylon was a place of captivity for the Jews after the destruction of Jerusalem. 3. Jerusalem The destination of Ezra's journey, Jerusalem was the center of Jewish worship and the location of the Temple, which Ezra sought to restore both physically and spiritually. 4. The Journey The journey from Babylon to Jerusalem took approximately four months, highlighting the commitment and perseverance required for such a significant undertaking. 5. The Gracious Hand of God This phrase emphasizes God's providence and favor upon Ezra, enabling him to successfully complete his mission. Teaching Points God's Timing and ProvidenceRecognize that God's timing is perfect, as seen in the specific dates mentioned in Ezra's journey. Trust in His providence for your life's journey. Commitment to God's Mission Ezra's dedication to his mission serves as an example of commitment to God's calling. Reflect on your own dedication to the tasks God has set before you. The Importance of God's Favor The success of Ezra's journey was attributed to God's gracious hand. Seek God's favor through prayer and obedience in your endeavors. Perseverance in Faith The four-month journey required perseverance. In your spiritual walk, remain steadfast and patient, trusting in God's guidance. Community Restoration Ezra's mission was not just personal but communal. Consider how your actions contribute to the restoration and strengthening of your faith community.Verse 9. - According to the good hand of his God. For the meaning of this phrase, see comment on ver. 6. The special favour of God here intended would seem to be deliverance from certain enemies who designed to attack the caravan on the way (see the next chapter, vers. 21-23, 31). Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew He had begunיְסֻ֔ד (yə·suḏ) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 3246: Foundation, beginning the journey הַֽמַּעֲלָ֖ה (ham·ma·‘ă·lāh) Article | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 4609: Elevation, the act, the condition, a climactic progression from Babylon מִבָּבֶ֑ל (mib·bā·ḇel) Preposition-m | Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 894: Babylon -- an eastern Mediterranean empire and its capital city on the first בְּאֶחָד֙ (bə·’e·ḥāḏ) Preposition-b | Number - masculine singular Strong's 259: United, one, first day of the first הָרִאשׁ֔וֹן (hā·ri·šō·wn) Article | Adjective - masculine singular Strong's 7223: First, in place, time, rank month, לַחֹ֣דֶשׁ (la·ḥō·ḏeš) Preposition-l, Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 2320: The new moon, a month and he arrived בָּ֚א (bā) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 935: To come in, come, go in, go in אֶל־ (’el-) Preposition Strong's 413: Near, with, among, to Jerusalem יְר֣וּשָׁלִַ֔ם (yə·rū·šā·lim) Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 3389: Jerusalem -- probably 'foundation of peace', capital city of all Israel on the first וּבְאֶחָ֞ד (ū·ḇə·’e·ḥāḏ) Conjunctive waw, Preposition-b | Number - masculine singular Strong's 259: United, one, first day of the fifth הַחֲמִישִׁ֗י (ha·ḥă·mî·šî) Article | Number - ordinal masculine singular Strong's 2549: Fifth, a fifth month, לַחֹ֣דֶשׁ (la·ḥō·ḏeš) Preposition-l, Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 2320: The new moon, a month for the gracious הַטּוֹבָ֥ה (haṭ·ṭō·w·ḇāh) Article | Adjective - feminine singular Strong's 2896: Pleasant, agreeable, good hand כְּיַד־ (kə·yaḏ-) Preposition-k | Noun - feminine singular construct Strong's 3027: A hand of his God אֱלֹהָ֖יו (’ĕ·lō·hāw) Noun - masculine plural construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 430: gods -- the supreme God, magistrates, a superlative was on him. עָלָֽיו׃ (‘ā·lāw) Preposition | third person masculine singular Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against Links Ezra 7:9 NIVEzra 7:9 NLT Ezra 7:9 ESV Ezra 7:9 NASB Ezra 7:9 KJV Ezra 7:9 BibleApps.com Ezra 7:9 Biblia Paralela Ezra 7:9 Chinese Bible Ezra 7:9 French Bible Ezra 7:9 Catholic Bible OT History: Ezra 7:9 For on the first day (Ezr. 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