Audio bible book of ezra now available online the audio recording of the book of ezra from the revised new world translation of the holy scriptures is now available on jw. For more information about ezra, check out the easton bible dictionary entry as well. In the hebrew bible, the two books were considered one work, though some internal evidence suggests they were written separately and joined together in the hebrew canon and separated again in english translations. The book of ezra does not name its author, but jewish tradition says ezra wrote it as well as the books of nehemiah and chronicles.
Listen online for free listen free to the complete new international version niv audio bible, narrated by acclaimed actor max mclean. The books of the bible were written at different times by different authors over a period of approximately 1,500 years from around 1400bc through 90ad. The oldest manuscripts of the septuagint the prechristian greek translation of the ot also treat ezra and nehemiah as one book. Narrated by george sarris, a wellknown spokesperson for several fortune 500 companies and a talented communicator, this audio edition of joshua in the beloved new international version niv will reignite your passion for the word of god. Study guide for ezra 1 by david guzik blue letter bible. The book of ezra ezra was a great leader in israels history just after the time of the peoples return from babylonian exile. Use this collection of resources to help bolster your personal study as you prepare to teach your congregation the many important truths within this old testament book.
Ezra 710 picks up the story more than sixty years later, when ezra led the second group of exiles to israel 458 bc. Originally combined with the book of nehemiah in a single book of ezranehemiah, the two became separated in the early centuries of the christian era. And you, ezra, according to the godgiven wisdom you possess. Intermarriage in israel 14 ezra s prayer of confession 515 10. Ezra was most likely the author of both ezra and nehemiah, which might have originally been one book. You can browse the complete list of topics and speakers. At one time, however, ezra and nehemiah followed 1 and 2 chronicles and were generally considered to be the work of one and the same author known as the chronicler. It is interesting to note that once ezra appears on the scene in chapter 7, the author of the book of ezra switches from writing in the third person to first person. These writings are accepted as scripture by the roman catholic and orthodox churches, but are rejected by protestants. Jan 02, 2020 zerubbabel reconstructed the temple ezra 3. Ezra was a scribe and priest sent with religious and political powers by the persian king artaxerxes to lead a group of jewish exiles from babylon to jerusalem ezra 7.
After his arrival in jerusalem in 458 bc, he changed from writing in the third perions ezra 16 to writing in the first perions ezra 710. The book of ezra does not specifically name its author. The fully orchestrated background enriches the text and enhances the total experience. Dramatized audio bible new international version, niv. In the book of ezra you will discover that gods administration overrides that of any of the rulers of this world and, thus the book of ezra is a message of gods continuing covenant grace to israel. When the books of the bible were first written, most recipients experienced them with their ears. List of those returning with ezra 114 preparations for the journey 1530 departure from babylon and arrival in jerusalem 36 9. The book of ezra niv audio holy bible high quality and. This digital download of the kjv audio bible, dramatized brings this book of the bible to life with this truetotext dramatization.
Key personalities include cyrus, ezra, haggai, zechariah, darius i, artaxerxes i, and zerubbabel. The book of ezra opens with the same wording that closes the book of chronicles 2 chronicles 36. Book of ezra overview insight for living ministries. Ezra is written to fit a schematic pattern in which the god of israel inspires a king of persia to commission a leader from the jewish community to carry out a mission. The book of ezra, in conjunction with nehemiah, records the fulfillment of gods promise to restore his people to their land after seventy years of babylonian captivity.
The book could not have been completed earlier than about 450 bc the date of the events recorded in 10. Ezra is a book of narrative history and genealogies. In the hebrew bible, the two books were considered one work, though some. The paperback bible presents the bible by the book and is designed to be portable, readable, and truly personal with ample margins for notations. The book of ezra teaching outline for the book of ezra david malick. Ezra bible book with full chapters king james version. Originally written together as a single book in the jewish scriptures, ezra and nehemiah document the fulfillment of gods promise that israel will return home after 70 years of exile in babylon and restore their ruined dwellings again. The events in ezra are set in jerusalem and the surrounding area. This is, in my opinion, the best and most beautiful recording of the king james bible. The king james version of the holy bible is the most influential and widely published book ever written.
This dramatized audio version of ezra in the niv brings the bible to life with this truetotext dramatization of gods word. Haggai was the main prophet in the day of ezra, and zechariah was the prophet in the day of nehemiah. Intermarriage in israel 14 ezras prayer of confession 515 10. Pure voice audio bible new international version, niv. Listen to book of ezra using kjv audio bible online. The tradition is that the prophet ezra wrote the book of ezra. The book of ezra nomusic copy the apocalypse of ezra or 2 esdras also called 4 esdras, latin esdras, or latin ezra is the name of a book in many versio. Click the play button below to hear how to pronounce ezra. For those who value the timeless kjv translation, this new audio recording of ezra offers a rich listening experience. Aaron messner on teaching ezra the gospel coalition. In the hebrew bible ezra and nehemiah are regarded as one book. Ezra nehemiah can be a little confusing on first read. This free audio bible name pronunciation guide is a valuable tool in your study of gods word. Listen to dramatized audio bible new international version, niv.
The holy bible book 15 ezra kjv dramatized audio youtube. Sep 08, 2015 the book of ezra from the holy bible new international version niv book 15 please note we have increased the volume and the pitch of the audio for a clearer sound, so this speed and. Ezra comes to jerusalem 110 artaxerxes letter to ezra 1126 ezra praises jehovah 27, 28 8. Sep 14, 2012 this is the holy book of ezra, known simply as ezra. The last four books of the hebrew canon are ezra, nehemiah, and 1 and 2 chronicles, in that order. The combined work ezranehemiah is our most important literary source for the formation of the jewish religious community in the province of judah after the babylonian exile. The audio recording of the book of ezra from the revised new world translation of the holy scriptures is now available on jw. There is also a phonetic guide to use to see the proper pronunciation of ezra. Featuring top voice talent enhanced by original music and sound effects, this audio bible brings the king james version to life. First and second esdras are books found in the collection of writings known as the apocrypha or deuterocanonical books. An introduction to the books of ezranehemiah an argument of the books of ezranehemiah. The recording is dramatized, from the king james bible. Listen to chuck swindolls overview of ezra in his audio message from the.
Digitally engineered from start to finish, this audio bible delivers an inspiring and uplifting encounter with the word of god. The books of haggai and zechariah should be read and studied with the book of ezra, for all three were written in the shadow of the rebuilt temple and were given to encourage the people in building. If we compare the last verses of 2 chronicles chap. How to pronounce say ezra by bible speak pronunciation.
Proverbs chapter 1 john chapter 1 audio bible audio books peter bible book of matthew matthew 1 righteousness of god 2 samuel. Ezra 1 cyrus helps the exiles to return in bible gateway. The lord, the god of heaven, has given me all the kingdoms of the earth, and he has charged me to build him a house at jerusalem, which is in judah. The book features the carrying out of the decrees of cyrus, and other persian officials, which authorized the return of the exiles, the reformation of the jewish religious system, and the restoration of jerusalem. Ezra 1, new international version niv the bible app. The lord, the god of heaven, has given me all the kingdoms of the earth and he has appointed me to build a temple for him at jerusalem in judah. Nancy guthrie will be recording a live session of help me teach the bible at our 2020 womens conference, june 11 to in indianapolis, as well as speaking twice on the book of james. The greater part of this book, though it bears the name of ezra, tells of the pioneers who came back from exile to jerusalem a whole lifetime before him. Clicking on a chapter will show you the text of that chapter of ezra in the bible king james version. Ezra 1, english standard version esv the bible app. Together with the book of nehemiah, it represents the final chapter in the historical narrative of the hebrew bible.
The word of promise audio bible new king james version, nkjv. Tom constables expository notes on ezra this is also available in the net. The book of ezra kjv audio bible full by alexander scourby. The treatment of ezranehemiah as a single book by the earliest editors was undoubtedly due to the fact that in ancient times the two books were put under the one name, ezra. Jun 20, 2016 this free audio bible name pronunciation guide is a valuable tool in your study of gods word. Artaxerxes, king of kings, to the priest ezra, the scribe of the law of the god of heaven. The canonical book of ezra and book of nehemiah are the oldest sources for the activity of ezra, whereas many of the other books ascribed to ezra first esdras, 36 ezra are later literary works dependent on the canonical books of ezra and nehemiah. The two became separated with the first printed rabbinic bibles of the early 16th century, following late medieval latin christian tradition.
Ezranehemiah the bible project home the bible project. The book of ezra covers the return from captivity to rebuild the temple up to the decree of artaxerxes, the event covered at the beginning of the book of nehemiah. Cyrus made a decree giving the jewish exiles in his empire the right to return to jerusalem and rebuild the temple in 538 b. In keeping with this, there is stress laid on gods sovereignty over both his own people, but also foreign kings and peoples as well. The book of ezra the name ezra meaning help therefore is the sequence to the chronicles in regard to history and in regard to contents. Ezra was a direct descendant of aaron the chief priest 7. For ezra had set his heart to study the law of the lord, and to do it, and to teach the statutes and ordinances in israel.
This is the holy book of ezra, known simply as ezra. The book of ezra my church my history my favorite broadcasters my favorite speakers my favorite sermons my favorite videos my favorite series. The fully orchestrated background enriches the text reading and enhances the total experience. The bible book of ezra with full chapters, footnotes and bible commentary to aid your bible search, reading, and study. Ezra 1 new international version niv cyrus helps the exiles to return.
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