Story · 12 · Nehemiah

Ezra's fast instead of soldiers

Before leading a caravan to Jerusalem, Ezra proclaims a fast because he's ashamed to ask the king for soldiers to protect them on the road.

Faith instead of force.

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Ezra-Nehemiah gives building and travel a martial quality, presenting reconstruction as a kind of battle.

Bible reference: Ezra 8:21–23

Source: Why the Bible Began, pp. 195

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