Ezra 4:5

"Then the people of the land weakened the hands of the people of Judah, and troubled them in building."

Key Reflection

This verse illustrates how external opposition can sap one's spiritual resolve and hinder progress. The people of the land, representing worldly influences or enemies, not only discouraged but actively worked to disrupt the builders, symbolizing how sin and evil can obstruct God’s work in the lives of His people.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Hired counselors -Rather, “bribed” officials at the Persian court to interpose delays and create difficulties, in order to hinder the work. Darius -i. e., Darius, the son of Hystaspes

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