That they may offer sacrifices of sweet savours unto the God of heaven, and pray for the life of the king, and of his sons.
Para que puedan ofrecer sacrificios de olor agradable al Dios del cielo, y oren por la vida del rey y de sus hijos.
Los sacrificios agradables a Dios incluyen orar por las autoridades y sus familias.
📚 Contexto Histórico
In the Book of Ezra, this verse is part of a decree issued by King Darius of Persia, which supported the rebuilding of the Jewish Temple in Jerusalem after the Babylonian exile. The Jews were returning to their homeland and restoring their religious practices, including offering sacrifices as a way to honor God and show loyalty to their rulers. This reflects the broader historical context of Persian emperors granting religious freedoms to subject peoples to maintain stability in their empire.
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