And they sang together by course in praising and giving thanks unto the LORD; because he is good, for his mercy endureth for ever toward Israel. And all the people shouted with a great shout, when they praised the LORD, because the foundation of the house of the LORD was laid.
They sang together, taking turns praising and thanking the LORD, singing 'He is good, and his love for Israel lasts forever.' All the people shouted loudly with joy when they praised the LORD, because the foundation of the LORD's house had been laid.
The people erupted in joyful worship and thanksgiving to God when the foundation of the new temple was completed, celebrating His goodness and eternal love.
📚 Historical Context
This took place around 536 BC when the Jewish exiles had returned from Babylon and begun rebuilding the temple in Jerusalem. The original temple built by Solomon had been destroyed by the Babylonians about 70 years earlier. This foundation-laying ceremony marked a pivotal moment of hope and restoration for the Jewish people after decades of exile.
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