How long after their arrival before they all met together, and what work did the leading men cause to be immediately under taken?
Should we in all our concerns, however urgent, take time to begin with God?
What cause more especially prompted them in this manner to secure the divine favor and protection? v. 4.
Should the apprehension of danger always stir us up to our duty?
Of what other solemnities did they then commence the regular observance?
From what neighboring people did they receive assistance, and on what conditions?
How long after their arrival in Jerusalem before they laid the foundations of the Lord's house, and with what ceremonies was this done?
What prophecy was accomplished in this? Jer. 33. 10, 11.
What different emotions were excited among the people on this occasion?
Did the sorrow of some-seem to indicate that they undervalued their present mercies? Hag. 2.3.
What remarkable promise was now given for their encouragement, and how was it fulfilled? Hag. 2. 9.
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