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Nov 1, 2011 · This two-part series presents thoroughly researched and Bible-based answers to questions that have puzzled some readers. Part One Established the Following Points: Secular historians say that Jerusalem was destroyed in 587 B.C.E. *. Bible chronology indicates that the destruction occurred in 607 B.C.E.
After about four months of traveling, the Israelites get back to Jerusalem right on time. It is just 70 years since the city was destroyed, and the land was left completely empty of people. But though the Israelites are now back in their own country they will have some hard times, as we will learn next. Isaiah 44:28; 45:1-4; Ezra 1:1-11.
When Nehemiah arrived at Jerusalem, he inspected the city walls. Then he gathered the priests and rulers and told them: ‘This is terrible. We need to get to work.’. The people agreed, and they began to rebuild the walls. But some of the Israelite’s enemies made fun of them, and said: ‘A fox could knock down the wall you’re building.’.
New Jerusalem is part of a government. Ancient Jerusalem was the capital of Israel, the place where King David, his son Solomon, and their descendants ruled “on Jehovah’s throne.” ( 1 Chronicles 29:23 ) Jerusalem, called “the holy city,” thus represented God’s rulership in the family line of David.
The Walls of Jerusalem. While rebuilding the wall, the workers must keep their swords and spears ready both day and night. As Babylonian captives, the Israelites face many tests. Once back in Jerusalem, faithful men like Ezra and Nehemiah help rebuild the temple and the wall.
JESUS REFERS TO JEHOVAH AS “MY FATHER”. It is springtime. Thus, it is the time for Joseph’s family, along with friends and relatives, to make their yearly trip to Jerusalem. They go there to celebrate the Passover, as the Law directs. (Deuteronomy 16:16) From Nazareth down to Jerusalem is a trip of about 75 miles (120 km).
After a siege of about five months, the city was thoroughly destroyed and the temple reduced to ruins. Three years later, in 73 C.E., the Roman armies captured the last Jewish stronghold, the mountaintop fortress of Masada. Jerusalem’s destruction emphasizes the importance of paying attention to Bible prophecy.
A Revelation to John 21:1-27. A Revelation to John. 21 And I saw a new heaven and a new earth; + for the former heaven and the former earth had passed away, + and the sea + is no more. 2 I also saw the holy city, New Jerusalem, coming down out of heaven from God + and prepared as a bride adorned for her husband. + 3 With that I heard a loud ...
CHAPTER 10 Jesus’ Family Travels to Jerusalem CHAPTER 11 John the Baptist Prepares the Way SECTION 2 The Beginning of Jesus’ Ministry Show more. CHAPTER 12 Jesus Gets Baptized CHAPTER 13 Learn From the Way Jesus Faced Temptations
A7-G Main Events of Jesus’ Earthly Life—Jesus’ Final Ministry in Jerusalem (Part 1) A7-H Main Events of Jesus’ Earthly Life—Jesus’ Final Ministry in Jerusalem (Part 2) Appendix B Show more. B1 The Message of the Bible
