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Day 267: Indifference and Apathy (2024)

2024/9/23
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The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)

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The episode begins with an introduction to the books of Ezra and Haggai, focusing on the Israelites' return from exile in Babylon. King Cyrus of Persia, having conquered the Babylonians, fulfills prophecy by allowing the Israelites to return to their homeland and rebuild the temple in Jerusalem. The episode details the resources and vessels returned by Cyrus to aid in the temple's reconstruction, along with a list of the returning exiles and their families.
  • King Cyrus of Persia allowed the Israelites to return to their homeland after the Babylonian exile.
  • The return fulfilled prophecies mentioned in the books of the prophets.
  • Cyrus returned vessels and resources that had been taken from the temple in Jerusalem.

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Fr. Mike introduces us to the books of Ezra and Haggai, explaining the Israelites' return to the promised land. He also warns us against apathy and indifference in our relationship with God, as we see Israel display towards the temple. Today's readings are Ezra 1-2, Haggai 1-2, and Proverbs 20:1-3.

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