Commentary

“Ezra And The Law”

Scriptural text: Ezra 7:1-10, 23-26 Ezra’s Qualifications (Ezra 7:1-6): Ezra’s lineage is traced back to Aaron, the first priest. Since Seraiah was the high priest when Jerusalem fell in 586 (2 Kings 25:18). Ezra may […]
Commentary

“Justice, Judges, And Priests”

Scriptural text: Deuteronomy 16:18-21; 17:8-13 General Goals (Deuteronomy 16:18-20): Responsible People (v.18).  The gate was the place of public resort among the Israelites and other Eastern people, where business was transacted and causes decided. The […]
Commentary

“Justice, Judges, And Priests”

Scriptural text: Deuteronomy 16:18-21; 17:8-13 General Goals (Deuteronomy 16:18-20): Responsible People (v.18).  The gate was the place of public resort among the Israelites and other Eastern people, where business was transacted and causes decided. The […]