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Of the sons of Elam, Jeshaiah the son of Athaliah; and with him seventy males.

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God's Call & Human Action

While this verse is part of a list, commentator Matthew Henry draws a broader lesson. He notes that God 'raised up the spirits' of these men, including Jeshaiah, to return with Ezra. At the same time, he points out the importance of Ezra's leadership in calling them to this good work. This list serves as a reminder that God's sovereign call often works through the invitation and encouragement of human leaders.

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Ezra

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John Gill

John Gill

On Ezra 8:7

17th Century

Pastor

(See Gill on Ezra 7:3).

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Ezra 8:1–20

17th Century

Minister

Ezra assembles the outcasts of Israel, and the dispersed of Judah. God raised up the spirits of a small remnant to accompany him. What a pity that …