Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Also, the gold and silver articles of the house of God, which Nebuchadnezzar took from the temple in Jerusalem and brought to Babylon, are to be returned to their places in the temple in Jerusalem; they are to be deposited in the house of God. New Living Translation Furthermore, the gold and silver cups, which were taken to Babylon by Nebuchadnezzar from the Temple of God in Jerusalem, must be returned to Jerusalem and put back where they belong. Let them be taken back to the Temple of God.” English Standard Version And also let the gold and silver vessels of the house of God, which Nebuchadnezzar took out of the temple that is in Jerusalem and brought to Babylon, be restored and brought back to the temple that is in Jerusalem, each to its place. You shall put them in the house of God.” Berean Standard Bible Furthermore, the gold and silver articles of the house of God, which Nebuchadnezzar took from the temple in Jerusalem and carried to Babylon, must also be returned to the temple in Jerusalem and deposited in the house of God. King James Bible And also let the golden and silver vessels of the house of God, which Nebuchadnezzar took forth out of the temple which is at Jerusalem, and brought unto Babylon, be restored, and brought again unto the temple which is at Jerusalem, every one to his place, and place them in the house of God. New King James Version Also let the gold and silver articles of the house of God, which Nebuchadnezzar took from the temple which is in Jerusalem and brought to Babylon, be restored and taken back to the temple which is in Jerusalem, each to its place; and deposit them in the house of God”— New American Standard Bible Also the gold and silver utensils of the house of God, which Nebuchadnezzar took from the temple in Jerusalem and brought to Babylon, are to be returned and brought to their places in the temple in Jerusalem; and you shall put them in the house of God.’ NASB 1995 Also let the gold and silver utensils of the house of God, which Nebuchadnezzar took from the temple in Jerusalem and brought to Babylon, be returned and brought to their places in the temple in Jerusalem; and you shall put them in the house of God.’ NASB 1977 ‘And also let the gold and silver utensils of the temple of God, which Nebuchadnezzar took from the temple in Jerusalem and brought to Babylon, be returned and brought to their places in the temple in Jerusalem; and you shall put them in the house of God.’ Legacy Standard Bible And also let the gold and silver articles of the house of God, which Nebuchadnezzar took out from the temple in Jerusalem and brought to Babylon, be returned and brought to their places in the temple in Jerusalem; and you shall deposit them in the house of God.’ Amplified Bible Also let the gold and silver utensils of the house of God, which Nebuchadnezzar took from the temple in Jerusalem and brought to Babylon, be returned and brought back to their [proper] places in the temple in Jerusalem; and you shall put them in the house of God.’ Christian Standard Bible The gold and silver articles of God’s house that Nebuchadnezzar took from the temple in Jerusalem and carried to Babylon must also be returned. They are to be brought to the temple in Jerusalem where they belong and put into the house of God. Holman Christian Standard Bible The gold and silver articles of God’s house that Nebuchadnezzar took from the temple in Jerusalem and carried to Babylon must also be returned. They are to be brought to the temple in Jerusalem where they belong and put into the house of God. American Standard Version And also let the gold and silver vessels of the house of God, which Nebuchadnezzar took forth out of the temple which is at Jerusalem, and brought unto Babylon, be restored, and brought again unto the temple which is at Jerusalem, every one to its place; and thou shalt put them in the house of God. Contemporary English Version Then the gold and silver things that Nebuchadnezzar took from the temple and brought to Babylonia are to be returned to their proper places. English Revised Version And also let the gold and silver vessels of the house of God, which Nebuchadnezzar took forth out of the temple which is at Jerusalem, and brought unto Babylon, be restored, and brought again unto the temple which is at Jerusalem, every one to its place, and thou shalt put them in the house of God. GOD'S WORD® Translation In addition, Cyrus took out of a temple in Babylon the gold and silver utensils that belonged to God's temple. (Nebuchadnezzar had taken them out of God's temple in Jerusalem and brought them into a temple in Babylon.) They should be returned to their proper place in the temple in Jerusalem. You should put each one in God's temple. Good News Translation Also the gold and silver utensils which King Nebuchadnezzar brought to Babylon from the Temple in Jerusalem are to be returned to their proper place in the Jerusalem Temple." International Standard Version Furthermore, let the gold and silver utensils from the Temple of God (that Nebuchadnezzar took from the Temple in Jerusalem and carried off to Babylon) be brought back to the Temple at Jerusalem and restored to their respective places in the Temple of God. NET Bible Furthermore let the gold and silver vessels of the temple of God, which Nebuchadnezzar brought from the temple in Jerusalem and carried to Babylon, be returned and brought to their proper place in the temple in Jerusalem. Let them be deposited in the temple of God.' New Heart English Bible Also let the gold and silver vessels of God's house, which Nebuchadnezzar took forth out of the temple which is at Jerusalem, and brought to Babylon, be restored, and brought again to the temple which is at Jerusalem, everyone to its place; and you shall put them in God's house. Webster's Bible Translation And also let the golden and silver vessels of the house of God, which Nebuchadnezzar took out of the temple which is at Jerusalem, and brought to Babylon, be restored, and brought again to the temple which is at Jerusalem, every one to its place, and place them in the house of God. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleFurthermore, the gold and silver articles of the house of God, which Nebuchadnezzar took from the temple in Jerusalem and carried to Babylon, must also be returned to the temple in Jerusalem and deposited in the house of God. World English Bible Also let the gold and silver vessels of God’s house, which Nebuchadnezzar took out of the temple which is at Jerusalem and brought to Babylon, be restored and brought again to the temple which is at Jerusalem, everything to its place. You shall put them in God’s house. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd also, the vessels of the house of God, of gold and silver, that Nebuchadnezzar took forth out of the temple that [is] in Jerusalem, and brought to Babylon, let be given back, and go to the temple that [is] in Jerusalem, [each] to its place, and put [them] down in the house of God. Young's Literal Translation And also, the vessels of the house of God, of gold and silver, that Nebuchadnezzar took forth out of the temple that is in Jerusalem, and brought to Babylon, let be given back, and go to the temple that is in Jerusalem, each to its place, and put them down in the house of God. Smith's Literal Translation And also the vessels of the house of God of gold and of silver that Nebuchadnezzar brought forth from the temple that is in Jerusalem, and brought to Babel, shall be restored, and shall go to the temple that is in Jerusalem, to its place, and be taken into the house of God. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd also let the golden and silver vessels of the temple of Cod, which Nabuchodonosor took out of the temple of Jerusalem, and brought to Babylon, be restored, and carried back to the temple of Jerusalem to their place, which also were placed in the temple of God. Catholic Public Domain Version But also, let the gold and silver vessels of the temple of God, which Nebuchadnezzar took from the temple of Jerusalem, and which he carried away to Babylon, be restored and be carried back to the temple of Jerusalem, to their place, just as they had been placed in the temple of God. New American Bible Also, let the gold and silver vessels of the house of God which Nebuchadnezzar took from the temple of Jerusalem and brought to Babylon be sent back; let them be returned to their place in the temple of Jerusalem and deposited in the house of God.” New Revised Standard Version Moreover, let the gold and silver vessels of the house of God, which Nebuchadnezzar took out of the temple in Jerusalem and brought to Babylon, be restored and brought back to the temple in Jerusalem, each to its place; you shall put them in the house of God.” Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd also let the golden and silver vessels of the house of God, which Nebuchadnezzar took from the temple which is in Jerusalem and brought to Babylon, be restored and brought again to the temple which is in Jerusalem, every one to its place, and you shall store them in the house of God. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated Also the vessels of gold and of silver of the house of God which Nebukadnetsar brought forth from the temple that is in Jerusalem and took them to Babel were given, and they came to their place to the temple which is in Jerusalem to their places, and they were gathered into the house of God.” OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917and also let the gold and silver vessels of the house of God, which Nebuchadnezzar took forth out of the temple which is at Jerusalem, and brought unto Babylon, be restored, and brought back unto the temple which is at Jerusalem, every one to its place, and thou shalt put them in the house of God.' Brenton Septuagint Translation And the silver and the gold vessels of the house of God, which Nabuchodonosor carried off from the house that was in Jerusalem, and carried to Babylon, let them even be given, and be carried to the temple that is in Jerusalem, and put in the place where they were set in the house of God. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Decree of Darius…4with three layers of cut stones and one of timbers. The costs are to be paid from the royal treasury. 5Furthermore, the gold and silver articles of the house of God, which Nebuchadnezzar took from the temple in Jerusalem and carried to Babylon, must also be returned to the temple in Jerusalem and deposited in the house of God. 6Therefore Darius decreed: To Tattenai governor of the region west of the Euphrates, Shethar-bozenai, and your associates and officials in the region: You must stay away from that place!… Cross References 2 Chronicles 36:7 Nebuchadnezzar also took to Babylon some of the articles from the house of the LORD, and he put them in his temple in Babylon. Daniel 1:2 And the Lord delivered into his hand Jehoiakim king of Judah, along with some of the articles from the house of God. He carried these off to the land of Shinar, to the house of his god, where he put them in the treasury of his god. Ezra 1:7-11 King Cyrus also brought out the articles belonging to the house of the LORD that Nebuchadnezzar had carried away from Jerusalem and placed in the temple of his gods. / Cyrus king of Persia had them brought out by the hand of Mithredath the treasurer, who counted them out to Sheshbazzar the prince of Judah. / This was the inventory: 30 gold dishes, 1,000 silver dishes, 29 silver utensils, ... 2 Kings 24:13 As the LORD had declared, Nebuchadnezzar also carried off all the treasures from the house of the LORD and the royal palace, and he cut into pieces all the gold articles that Solomon king of Israel had made in the temple of the LORD. 2 Kings 25:13-17 Moreover, the Chaldeans broke up the bronze pillars and stands and the bronze Sea in the house of the LORD, and they carried the bronze to Babylon. / They also took away the pots, shovels, wick trimmers, dishes, and all the articles of bronze used in the temple service. / The captain of the guard also took away the censers and sprinkling bowls—anything made of pure gold or fine silver. ... Jeremiah 27:16-22 Then I said to the priests and to all this people, “This is what the LORD says: Do not listen to the words of your prophets who prophesy to you, saying, ‘Look, very soon now the articles from the house of the LORD will be brought back from Babylon.’ They are prophesying to you a lie. / Do not listen to them. Serve the king of Babylon and live! Why should this city become a ruin? / If they are indeed prophets and the word of the LORD is with them, let them now plead with the LORD of Hosts that the articles remaining in the house of the LORD, in the palace of the king of Judah, and in Jerusalem, not be taken to Babylon. ... Jeremiah 28:3 Within two years I will restore to this place all the articles of the house of the LORD that Nebuchadnezzar king of Babylon removed from here and carried to Babylon. Jeremiah 52:17-23 Moreover, the Chaldeans broke up the bronze pillars and stands and the bronze Sea in the house of the LORD, and they carried all the bronze to Babylon. / They also took away the pots, shovels, wick trimmers, sprinkling bowls, dishes, and all the articles of bronze used in the temple service. / The captain of the guard also took away the basins, censers, sprinkling bowls, pots, lampstands, pans, and drink offering bowls—anything made of pure gold or fine silver. ... 1 Kings 7:48-50 Solomon also made all the furnishings for the house of the LORD: the golden altar; the golden table on which was placed the Bread of the Presence; / the lampstands of pure gold in front of the inner sanctuary, five on the right side and five on the left; the gold flowers, lamps, and tongs; / the pure gold basins, wick trimmers, sprinkling bowls, ladles, and censers; and the gold hinges for the doors of the inner temple (that is, the Most Holy Place) as well as for the doors of the main hall of the temple. 1 Kings 8:4 and they brought up the ark of the LORD and the Tent of Meeting with all its sacred furnishings. So the priests and Levites carried them up. 2 Chronicles 5:1 So all the work that Solomon had performed for the house of the LORD was completed. Then Solomon brought in the items his father David had dedicated—the silver, the gold, and all the furnishings—and he placed them in the treasuries of the house of God. 2 Chronicles 5:5 and they brought up the ark and the Tent of Meeting with all its sacred furnishings. The Levitical priests carried them up. 2 Chronicles 36:18 who carried off everything to Babylon—all the articles of the house of God, both large and small, and the treasures of the house of the LORD and of the king and his officials. Matthew 24:15 So when you see standing in the holy place ‘the abomination of desolation,’ spoken of by the prophet Daniel (let the reader understand), Mark 13:14 So when you see the abomination of desolation standing where it should not be (let the reader understand), then let those who are in Judea flee to the mountains. Treasury of Scripture And also let the golden and silver vessels of the house of God, which Nebuchadnezzar took forth out of the temple which is at Jerusalem, and brought to Babylon, be restored, and brought again to the temple which is at Jerusalem, every one to his place, and place them in the house of God. the golden Ezra 1:7,8 Also Cyrus the king brought forth the vessels of the house of the LORD, which Nebuchadnezzar had brought forth out of Jerusalem, and had put them in the house of his gods; … Ezra 5:14 And the vessels also of gold and silver of the house of God, which Nebuchadnezzar took out of the temple that was in Jerusalem, and brought them into the temple of Babylon, those did Cyrus the king take out of the temple of Babylon, and they were delivered unto one, whose name was Sheshbazzar, whom he had made governor; Jeremiah 27:16,18-22 Also I spake to the priests and to all this people, saying, Thus saith the LORD; Hearken not to the words of your prophets that prophesy unto you, saying, Behold, the vessels of the LORD'S house shall now shortly be brought again from Babylon: for they prophesy a lie unto you… which Nebuchadnezzar 2 Kings 24:13 And he carried out thence all the treasures of the house of the LORD, and the treasures of the king's house, and cut in pieces all the vessels of gold which Solomon king of Israel had made in the temple of the LORD, as the LORD had said. 2 Kings 25:14,15 And the pots, and the shovels, and the snuffers, and the spoons, and all the vessels of brass wherewith they ministered, took they away… 2 Chronicles 36:6,7,10,18 Against him came up Nebuchadnezzar king of Babylon, and bound him in fetters, to carry him to Babylon… brought. Jump to Previous Babylon Forth Gold Golden House Jerusalem Nebuchadnezzar Places Restored Silver Temple Utensils VesselsJump to Next Babylon Forth Gold Golden House Jerusalem Nebuchadnezzar Places Restored Silver Temple Utensils VesselsEzra 6 1. Darius, finding the decree of Cyrus, makes a new decree for building13. By the help of Tattenai and Shethar-Bozenai the temple is finished 16. The feast of the dedication is kept 19. and the Passover Furthermore, the gold and silver articles of the house of God The gold and silver articles refer to the sacred vessels used in the worship and rituals of the temple in Jerusalem. These items were consecrated for use in the service of God and held significant religious importance. Their return symbolizes the restoration of proper worship and the reestablishment of the temple's sanctity. which Nebuchadnezzar took from the temple in Jerusalem and carried to Babylon must also be returned to the temple in Jerusalem and deposited in the house of God in Jerusalem Persons / Places / Events 1. EzraA scribe and priest who played a crucial role in the restoration of the Jewish community and the temple in Jerusalem after the Babylonian exile. 2. Nebuchadnezzar The Babylonian king who conquered Jerusalem, destroyed the temple, and took the sacred articles to Babylon. 3. Temple in Jerusalem The holy place of worship for the Israelites, originally built by Solomon, destroyed by Nebuchadnezzar, and later rebuilt. 4. Babylon The city where the Israelites were exiled and where the temple articles were taken. 5. Darius The Persian king who issued the decree allowing the Jews to return the temple articles and rebuild the temple. Teaching Points God's Sovereignty in RestorationGod's plan for restoration is evident as He moves the hearts of kings to fulfill His purposes, demonstrating His control over history. The Sacredness of Worship The return of the temple articles underscores the importance of reverence and proper worship, reminding us to honor God with our resources. Faithfulness to God's Commands The meticulous return and placement of the articles in the temple highlight the need for obedience to God's instructions in our lives. Hope in God's Promises The restoration of the temple articles serves as a reminder of God's faithfulness to His promises, encouraging us to trust in His word. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Ezra 6:5?2. How does Ezra 6:5 emphasize the importance of restoring God's temple items? 3. What does returning temple articles teach about God's faithfulness and promises? 4. How does Ezra 6:5 connect to God's covenant with Israel? 5. In what ways can we prioritize God's work in our lives today? 6. How can we ensure our actions align with God's restoration plans? 7. How does Ezra 6:5 support the historical accuracy of the Bible's temple restoration narrative? 8. What archaeological evidence exists for the temple vessels mentioned in Ezra 6:5? 9. Why is the return of temple articles significant in Ezra 6:5? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Ezra 6? 11. Why does the text mention the precise return of gold and silver vessels in Ezra 6:5 if many of these items likely disappeared over time? 12. 1 Chronicles 26:20–28: Why is there no historical or archaeological record of such vast temple treasuries despite the detailed inventory here? 13. In Jeremiah 29:10, how can we reconcile the 70-year exile timeline with historical records that suggest different lengths for the Babylonian captivity? 14. How can Jeremiah's seventy-year prophecy in 2 Chronicles 36:21 be reconciled with varying historical sources about the length of the exile? What Does Ezra 6:5 Mean FurthermoreThe decree recorded in Ezra 6 picks up momentum with this single adverb. “Furthermore” shows that King Darius is not merely endorsing what Cyrus began; he is intensifying it. The word signals an unbroken chain of divine oversight: • Ezra 5:13–14 reminds us that “King Cyrus issued a decree to rebuild this house of God.” Now Darius adds to that decree, illustrating Proverbs 21:1, “The king’s heart is a watercourse in the hand of the Lord; He directs it wherever He pleases”. • Isaiah 44:28 had foretold that a Persian king would say, “Let it be rebuilt.” “Furthermore” proves God is still steering history exactly as promised. the gold and silver articles of the house of God These vessels were not mere antiques; they symbolized God’s presence and covenant faithfulness. • Exodus 25–28 describes how the furnishings were crafted to exact specifications so Israel could “meet with” the Lord (Exodus 25:22). • 1 Chronicles 28:14 shows David allocating “gold for the gold articles and silver for the silver,” underscoring their sanctity. • Daniel 5:2–3 records Belshazzar’s profane use of these same vessels; their sanctity had not diminished in exile, and their return testifies that God’s holy things remain holy. which Nebuchadnezzar took from the temple in Jerusalem and carried to Babylon The verse looks back to Judah’s darkest hour. • 2 Kings 24:13 recounts that Nebuchadnezzar “carried off all the treasures of the house of the Lord.” • 2 Chronicles 36:18 adds that he took “everything large and small… as well as the treasures of the king and his officials.” • Daniel 1:2 notes, “The Lord delivered Jehoiakim king of Judah into his hand, along with some of the articles of the house of God”. Even in judgment, God was in control, preserving these items for future restoration. must also be returned to the temple in Jerusalem The mandatory tone—“must”—reflects divine resolve, not merely royal politeness. • Ezra 1:7–11 already reported an initial return under Cyrus, listing 5,400 items. Darius now orders any remaining pieces sent back. • Jeremiah 29:10 had assured the exiles, “When seventy years are complete for Babylon, I will come to you… and bring you back to this place”. The vessels’ homecoming is a concrete sign that the people’s homecoming is certain. • Isaiah 52:11–12 calls God’s people to depart Babylon “with the Lord going before you,” and the vessels pave the way. and deposited in the house of God The story ends where worship begins—inside the rebuilt temple. • Haggai 2:8–9 records God’s claim, “The silver is Mine, and the gold is Mine… The glory of this latter house will be greater than the former”. Returning the vessels anticipates that promised glory. • Malachi 3:10 later urges Israel to “bring the full tithe into the storehouse,” echoing the same principle: what belongs to God must be placed where God meets His people. • 2 Kings 23:4 once saw Josiah remove defiling items; Ezra now sees pure items restored, completing the cycle of loss and recovery. summary Ezra 6:5 means that God, through King Darius, commands the full restoration of His sacred vessels to their rightful place in Jerusalem’s temple. Each phrase underscores a larger truth: God guides kings, guards His holy things, judges sin yet preserves His people, and finishes what He starts. The return of gold and silver is more than logistics; it is a tangible pledge that worship, covenant, and divine glory will be fully reestablished—exactly as Scripture said. (5) And also let the golden and silver vessels . . . be restored.--The desecration of these vessels by Belshazzar (Daniel 5:2-3) was thus to be expiated. Every word, including the twice repeated "house of God," is most emphatic.Verse 5.- Also let the gold and silver vessels... be restored. The decree terminated with instructions for the restoration of the vessels. Undoubtedly it was impressed upon Cyrus, when he took Babylon, tParallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Furthermore, the goldדַהֲבָ֣ה (ḏa·hă·ḇāh) Noun - masculine singular determinate Strong's 1722: Gold and silver וְכַסְפָּא֒ (wə·ḵas·pā) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular determinate Strong's 3702: Silver, money articles מָאנֵ֣י (mā·nê) Noun - masculine plural construct Strong's 3984: Vessel, utensil of the house בֵית־ (ḇêṯ-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 1005: A house of God, אֱלָהָא֮ (’ĕ·lā·hā) Noun - masculine singular determinate Strong's 426: God which דִּ֣י (dî) Pronoun - relative Strong's 1768: Who, which, that, because Nebuchadnezzar נְבֽוּכַדְנֶצַּ֗ר (nə·ḇū·ḵaḏ·neṣ·ṣar) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 5020: Nebuchadnezzar -- a Babylonian king took הַנְפֵּ֛ק (han·pêq) Verb - Hifil - Perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 5312: To go or come out or forth from מִן־ (min-) Preposition Strong's 4481: From, out of, by, by reason of, at, more than the temple הֵיכְלָ֥א (hê·ḵə·lā) Noun - masculine singular determinate Strong's 1965: A large public building, palace, temple in Jerusalem בִירוּשְׁלֶ֖ם (ḇî·rū·šə·lem) Preposition-b | Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 3390: Jerusalem -- the capital city of all Israel and carried וְהֵיבֵ֣ל (wə·hê·ḇêl) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Conjunctive perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 2987: To bear along, carry to Babylon, לְבָבֶ֑ל (lə·ḇā·ḇel) Preposition-l | Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 895: Babylon -- an eastern Mediterranean empire and its capital city must also וְ֠אַף (wə·’ap̄) Conjunctive waw | Conjunction Strong's 638: Meaning accession, yea, adversatively though be returned יַהֲתִיב֗וּן (ya·hă·ṯî·ḇūn) Verb - Hifil - Imperfect - third person masculine plural Strong's 8421: To return to the temple לְהֵיכְלָ֤א (lə·hê·ḵə·lā) Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular determinate Strong's 1965: A large public building, palace, temple in Jerusalem בִירֽוּשְׁלֶם֙ (ḇî·rū·šə·lem) Preposition-b | Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 3390: Jerusalem -- the capital city of all Israel and deposited וְתַחֵ֖ת (wə·ṯa·ḥêṯ) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Conjunctive imperfect - second person masculine singular Strong's 5182: To descend, to bring away, deposit, depose in the house בְּבֵ֥ית (bə·ḇêṯ) Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 1005: A house of God. אֱלָהָֽא׃ (’ĕ·lā·hā) Noun - masculine singular determinate Strong's 426: God Links Ezra 6:5 NIVEzra 6:5 NLT Ezra 6:5 ESV Ezra 6:5 NASB Ezra 6:5 KJV Ezra 6:5 BibleApps.com Ezra 6:5 Biblia Paralela Ezra 6:5 Chinese Bible Ezra 6:5 French Bible Ezra 6:5 Catholic Bible OT History: Ezra 6:5 Also let the gold and silver vessels (Ezr. 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