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Sheshbazzar Bible Study Guide

Exile · b. 580 BC

Prince of Judah who brought the temple vessels back from Babylon and laid the temple foundation.

Teaching prompt

Read about Sheshbazzar: "Prince of Judah who brought the temple vessels back from Babylon and laid the temple foundation." What does this teach us about God's plan?

Discussion questions

  1. How does Sheshbazzar's life connect to the promise that leads to Jesus?
  2. What would you have done in Sheshbazzar's place?
  3. Which scripture passage about Sheshbazzar stands out most to you, and why?

Scripture

  • Ezra 1:8-11
  • Ezra 5:14-16
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