Class 8: Background 1b.m4a

The class discusses the background of the return of Jews from Babylon to Jerusalem, focusing on the prophecies of Isaiah and Daniel that foretold the events. It emphasizes the role of Cyrus in fulfilling these prophecies and the spiritual motivation of the returning Jews to rebuild the temple. The class draws parallels to the modern-day need for Christadelphians to build the ecclesia of God despite challenges.

Passages: Isaiah 44:28, Isaiah 45:1, Ezra 1:1, Daniel 5:6