Then came the same Sheshbazzar, and laid the foundation of the house of God which is in Jerusalem: and since that time even until now hath it been in building, and yet it is not finished.

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

AlbertBarnes

18th Century
Presbyterian
18th Century

Since that time even until now - Sixteen years - from 536 B.C. to 520 B.C. The adversaries of the Jews here overstep the truth; since, in po…

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

CharlesEllicott

19th Century
Anglican
19th Century

Tatnai’s appeal to Darius.

John Gill

John Gill

JohnGill

17th Century
Reformed Baptist
17th Century

Then came the same Sheshbazzar, and laid the foundation of the
house of God which is in Jerusalem

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

MatthewHenry

17th Century
Presbyterian
17th Century

While employed in God's work, we are under his special protection; his eye is upon us for good. This should keep us to our duty and encourage us in…

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