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Esther, Ezra and Nehemiah: Persian Period and Restoration

  1. Lesson One
    Diaspora Stories (Esther 1–7)
    16 Activities
  2. Lesson Two
    Overview of Esther (Esther 8–10)
    14 Activities
  3. Lesson Three
    The Character of Esther (Esther Review)
    14 Activities
  4. Lesson Four
    Ezra
    15 Activities
  5. Lesson Five
    Nehemiah
    17 Activities
  6. Course Wrap-Up
    Course Completion
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    1 Assessment

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In this lesson we are about to meet a person who may be as important to the formation of the Old Testament as anyone, apart from Moses. Ezra was a scribe—a scholar of the Bible and skilled in its interpretation. 

That was a well-respected role in ancient Israel, but it came with severe consequences to a community living outside the boundaries of the Torah. 

Let’s explore how this leader initiated a “Bible revival” and what kind of grief that brought to God’s people.