Spanish La Biblia Textual (BTX) Biblia Hebraica Stuttgartensia 1999
Y por mí es dada orden de lo que habéis de hacer con esos ancianos judíos para la construcción de esa Casa de Dios: Que del erario del rey, aun de los tributos de Más Allá del Río, sean pagados puntualmente los gastos a esos hombres, para que no se detengan.
¿Qué significa esto?
This verse tells us that King Darius is giving orders about helping the Jews rebuild their temple. He is saying that the king's treasury should pay for the construction so that the work isn't slowed down or stopped.
Explicado para niños
Imagine you and your friends are building a big treehouse. Your parents say, 'Use our tools and money to help you build it quickly so you don't get stuck.' That's what the king is doing for the Jews and their temple.
Contexto histórico
This verse is from the book of Ezra, written around 400 BC. It describes King Darius of Persia issuing an order supporting the rebuilding of the Jewish temple in Jerusalem. The Jews were returning from exile and needed help to restore their place of worship.
Aplicación para hoy
Today, if you are part of a community project, like building a community garden, remember that supporting it with resources can help it succeed. Don't let lack of funds slow down important community work.
The temple was the central place of worship for the Jewish people, where they offered sacrifices and conducted religious ceremonies to honor God.
Why was rebuilding the temple important?
Rebuilding the temple was crucial for restoring Jewish identity and religious practices after their return from exile, symbolizing a renewed relationship with God.
Who is King Darius in this context?
King Darius was the ruler of the Persian Empire, which had control over the region where Jerusalem was located, and he issued this decree supporting the temple's reconstruction.
How does this relate to community support?
This verse shows that when leaders and communities support important projects, like rebuilding a temple, it can ensure the success and continuity of cultural and religious practices.