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the son of Shallum, the son of Zadok, the son of Ahitub,

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God's Providential Hand

While the provided commentaries do not focus on the specific names in this verse, they frame the broader context of Ezra's return as a work of God. Matthew Henry, for example, emphasizes that the favor Ezra received from the king was a direct result of God's divine favor. This serves as a reminder to see God's hand in all events and to acknowledge Him with thankfulness.

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Ezra

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Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On Ezra 7:1–5

19th Century

Bishop

II.—THE SECOND RETURN UNDER EZRA.
VII.

  1. General summary of Ezra’s expedition under Divine guidance.
John Gill

John Gill

On Ezra 7:2

17th Century

Pastor

Ezra 7:24

Speak unto the congregation
Not to Korah's company, but to the people of Isra…

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Ezra 7:1–10

17th Century

Minister

Ezra went from Babylon to Jerusalem, for the good of his country. The king was kind to him; he granted all his requests, whatever Ezra desired to e…