Ezra
Purpose
Records the return of the exiles, the rebuilding of the temple, and Ezra's reforms to restore covenant faithfulness in the land.
Author
Traditionally Ezra
Time Period
Written c. 440-400 BC; events c. 538-458 BC
Key Themes
- Return from exile
- Temple rebuilt
- Law restored
- Covenant renewal
- Separation
Outline
The first return and temple under Zerubbabel (ch. 1-6); Ezra's return and reforms (ch. 7-10).