Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version After that, they presented the regular burnt offerings, the New Moon sacrifices and the sacrifices for all the appointed sacred festivals of the LORD, as well as those brought as freewill offerings to the LORD. New Living Translation They also offered the regular burnt offerings and the offerings required for the new moon celebrations and the annual festivals as prescribed by the LORD. The people also gave voluntary offerings to the LORD. English Standard Version and after that the regular burnt offerings, the offerings at the new moon and at all the appointed feasts of the LORD, and the offerings of everyone who made a freewill offering to the LORD. Berean Standard Bible After that, they presented the regular burnt offerings and those for New Moons and for all the appointed sacred feasts of the LORD, as well as all the freewill offerings brought to the LORD. Berean Literal Bible and afterward the continual burnt offering, and for New Moons, and for all the appointed feasts of YHWH that were consecrated, and for everyone who freely offered a freewill offering to YHWH. King James Bible And afterward offered the continual burnt offering, both of the new moons, and of all the set feasts of the LORD that were consecrated, and of every one that willingly offered a freewill offering unto the LORD. New King James Version Afterwards they offered the regular burnt offering, and those for New Moons and for all the appointed feasts of the LORD that were consecrated, and those of everyone who willingly offered a freewill offering to the LORD. New American Standard Bible and afterward there was a continual burnt offering, also for the new moons and for all the appointed festivals of the LORD that were consecrated, and from everyone who offered a voluntary offering to the LORD. NASB 1995 and afterward there was a continual burnt offering, also for the new moons and for all the fixed festivals of the LORD that were consecrated, and from everyone who offered a freewill offering to the LORD. NASB 1977 and afterward there was a continual burnt offering, also for the new moons and for all the fixed festivals of the LORD that were consecrated, and from everyone who offered a freewill offering to the LORD. Legacy Standard Bible and afterward there was a continual burnt offering, also for the new moons and for all the appointed times of Yahweh that were set apart as holy, and from everyone who offered a freewill offering to Yahweh. Amplified Bible and afterward, there was the continual burnt offering, the offering at the New Moons, and at all the appointed festivals of the LORD that were consecrated, and the offerings of everyone who made a voluntary offering to the LORD. Berean Annotated Bible After that, they presented the regular burnt offerings and those for New Moons and for all the appointed sacred feasts of the LORD {YHWH}, as well as all the freewill offerings brought to the LORD. Christian Standard Bible After that, they offered the regular burnt offering and the offerings for the beginning of each month and for all the LORD’s appointed holy occasions, as well as the freewill offerings brought to the LORD. Holman Christian Standard Bible After that, they offered the regular burnt offering and the offerings for the beginning of each month and for all the LORD’s appointed holy occasions, as well as the freewill offerings brought to the LORD. American Standard Version and afterward the continual burnt-offering, and the offerings of the new moons, and of all the set feasts of Jehovah that were consecrated, and of every one that willingly offered a freewill-offering unto Jehovah. Contemporary English Version They offered sacrifices to please the LORD, sacrifices at each New Moon Festival, and sacrifices at the rest of the LORD's festivals. Every offering the people had brought voluntarily was also presented to the LORD. English Revised Version and afterward the continual burnt offering, and the offerings of the new moons, and of all the set feasts of the LORD that were consecrated, and of every one that willingly offered a freewill offering unto the LORD. GOD'S WORD® Translation After that, they sacrificed the daily burnt offerings, the offerings for the New Moon Festival and all the other holy festivals of the LORD, and all the freewill offerings brought to the LORD. Good News Translation and in addition they offered the regular sacrifices to be burned whole and those to be offered at the New Moon Festival and at all the other regular assemblies at which the LORD is worshiped, as well as all the offerings that were given to the LORD voluntarily. International Standard Version After that, they offered all of the continual burnt offerings and the New Moon sacrifices for all of the designated festivals of the LORD that were being consecrated, along with all the voluntary offerings that were dedicated to the LORD. NET Bible Afterward they offered the continual burnt offerings and those for the new moons and those for all the holy assemblies of the LORD and all those that were being voluntarily offered to the LORD. New Heart English Bible and afterward the continual burnt offering, the offerings of the new moons, of all the set feasts of the LORD that were consecrated, and of everyone who willingly offered a freewill offering to the LORD. Webster's Bible Translation And afterward offered the continual burnt-offering, both of the new moons, and of all the set feasts of the LORD that were consecrated, and of every one that willingly offered a free-will-offering to the LORD. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleAfter that, they presented the regular burnt offerings and those for New Moons and for all the appointed sacred feasts of the LORD, as well as all the freewill offerings brought to the LORD. World English Bible and afterward the continual burnt offering, the offerings of the new moons, of all the set feasts of Yahweh that were consecrated, and of everyone who willingly offered a free will offering to Yahweh. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand after this a continual burnt-offering, and for new moons, and for all appointed times of YHWH that are sanctified; and for everyone who is willingly offering a willing-offering to YHWH. Berean Literal Bible and afterward the continual burnt offering, and for New Moons, and for all the appointed feasts of YHWH that were consecrated, and for everyone who freely offered a freewill offering to YHWH. Young's Literal Translation and after this a continual burnt-offering, and for new moons, and for all appointed seasons of Jehovah that are sanctified; and for every one who is willingly offering a willing-offering to Jehovah. Smith's Literal Translation And after this the burnt-offerings of continuance, and for the new moons, and for all the appointments of Jehovah being consecrated, and for all giving willingly a voluntary gift to Jehovah. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd afterwards the continual holocaust, both on the new moons, and on all the solemnities of the Lord, that were consecrated, and on all in which a freewill offering was made to the Lord. Catholic Public Domain Version And after these, they offered the continual holocaust, as much on the new moons as on all the solemnities of the Lord that were consecrated, and on all those when a voluntary gift was offered to the Lord. New American Bible Thereafter they offered regular burnt offerings, the sacrifices prescribed for the new moons and all the festivals sacred to the LORD, and those which anyone might bring as a voluntary offering to the LORD. New Revised Standard Version and after that the regular burnt offerings, the offerings at the new moon and at all the sacred festivals of the LORD, and the offerings of everyone who made a freewill offering to the LORD. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd afterward offered the continual burnt offering, both of the new moons and of all the feasts of the LORD that were consecrated and of every one who willingly offered a freewill offering to the LORD. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And after that the continual burnt offering for the month and for all the holy feasts of LORD JEHOVAH, and for everyone who chose the will of LORD JEHOVAH. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917and afterward the continual burnt-offering, and the offerings of the new moons, and of all the appointed seasons of the LORD that were hallowed, and of every one that willingly offered a freewill-offering unto the LORD. Brenton Septuagint Translation And after this the perpetual whole-burnt-offering, and offering for the season of new moon, and for all the hallowed feasts to the Lord, and for every one that offered a free-will-offering to the Lord. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Sacrifices Restored…4They also celebrated the Feast of Tabernacles in accordance with what is written, and they offered burnt offerings daily based on the number prescribed for each day. 5After that, they presented the regular burnt offerings and those for New Moons and for all the appointed sacred feasts of the LORD, as well as all the freewill offerings brought to the LORD. 6On the first day of the seventh month, the Israelites began to offer burnt offerings to the LORD, although the foundation of the temple of the LORD had not been laid.… Cross References After that, they presented the regular burnt offerings Numbers 28:3-8 And tell them that this is the food offering you are to present to the LORD as a regular burnt offering each day: two unblemished year-old male lambs. / Offer one lamb in the morning and the other at twilight, / along with a tenth of an ephah of fine flour as a grain offering, mixed with a quarter hin of oil from pressed olives. … Exodus 29:38-42 This is what you are to offer regularly on the altar, each day: two lambs that are a year old. / Offer one lamb in the morning and the other at twilight. / With the first lamb offer a tenth of an ephah of fine flour, mixed with a quarter hin of oil from pressed olives, and a drink offering of a quarter hin of wine. … Leviticus 6:8-13 Then the LORD said to Moses, / “Command Aaron and his sons that this is the law of the burnt offering: The burnt offering is to remain on the hearth of the altar all night, until morning, and the fire must be kept burning on the altar. / And the priest shall put on his linen robe and linen undergarments, and he shall remove from the altar the ashes of the burnt offering that the fire has consumed and place them beside it. … and those for New Moons Numbers 28:11-15 At the beginning of every month, you are to present to the LORD a burnt offering of two young bulls, one ram, and seven male lambs a year old, all unblemished, / along with three-tenths of an ephah of fine flour mixed with oil as a grain offering with each bull, two-tenths of an ephah of fine flour mixed with oil as a grain offering with the ram, / and a tenth of an ephah of fine flour mixed with oil as a grain offering with each lamb. This is a burnt offering, a pleasing aroma, a food offering to the LORD. … 1 Chronicles 23:31 Whenever burnt offerings were presented to the LORD on the Sabbaths, New Moons, and appointed feasts, they were to serve regularly before the LORD in the numbers prescribed for them. Ezekiel 46:1 “This is what the Lord GOD says: ‘The gate of the inner court that faces east must be kept shut during the six days of work, but on the Sabbath day and on the day of the New Moon it shall be opened. and for all the appointed sacred feasts of the LORD, Leviticus 23:2 “Speak to the Israelites and say to them, ‘These are My appointed feasts, the feasts of the LORD that you are to proclaim as sacred assemblies. Numbers 28:16 The fourteenth day of the first month is the LORD’s Passover. Deuteronomy 16:16 Three times a year all your men are to appear before the LORD your God in the place He will choose: at the Feast of Unleavened Bread, the Feast of Weeks, and the Feast of Tabernacles. No one should appear before the LORD empty-handed. as well as all the freewill offerings brought to the LORD. Exodus 35:29 So all the men and women of the Israelites whose hearts prompted them brought a freewill offering to the LORD for all the work that the LORD through Moses had commanded them to do. Numbers 15:3 and you present a food offering to the LORD from the herd or flock to produce a pleasing aroma to the LORD—either a burnt offering or a sacrifice, for a special vow or freewill offering or appointed feast— Leviticus 22:18-23 “Speak to Aaron and his sons and all the Israelites and tell them, ‘Any man of the house of Israel or any foreign resident who presents a gift for a burnt offering to the LORD, whether to fulfill a vow or as a freewill offering, / must offer an unblemished male from the cattle, sheep, or goats in order for it to be accepted on your behalf. / You must not present anything with a defect, because it will not be accepted on your behalf. … Leviticus 23:37-38 These are the LORD’s appointed feasts, which you are to proclaim as sacred assemblies for presenting food offerings to the LORD—burnt offerings and grain offerings, sacrifices and drink offerings, each on its designated day. / These offerings are in addition to the offerings for the LORD’s Sabbaths, and in addition to your gifts, to all your vow offerings, and to all the freewill offerings you give to the LORD. Numbers 28:2-6 “Command the Israelites and say to them: See that you present to Me at its appointed time the food for My food offerings, as a pleasing aroma to Me. / And tell them that this is the food offering you are to present to the LORD as a regular burnt offering each day: two unblemished year-old male lambs. / Offer one lamb in the morning and the other at twilight, … 2 Chronicles 8:13 He observed the daily requirement for offerings according to the commandment of Moses for Sabbaths, New Moons, and the three annual appointed feasts—the Feast of Unleavened Bread, the Feast of Weeks, and the Feast of Tabernacles. Nehemiah 10:33 for the showbread, for the regular grain offerings and burnt offerings, for the Sabbath offerings, for the New Moons and appointed feasts, for the holy offerings, for the sin offerings to make atonement for Israel, and for all the duties of the house of our God. Treasury of Scripture And afterward offered the continual burnt offering, both of the new moons, and of all the set feasts of the LORD that were consecrated, and of every one that willingly offered a freewill offering to the LORD. the continual Exodus 29:38-42 Now this is that which thou shalt offer upon the altar; two lambs of the first year day by day continually… Numbers 28:3-10,11,19,27 And thou shalt say unto them, This is the offering made by fire which ye shall offer unto the LORD; two lambs of the first year without spot day by day, for a continual burnt offering… Numbers 29:2,8,13 And ye shall offer a burnt offering for a sweet savour unto the LORD; one young bullock, one ram, and seven lambs of the first year without blemish: … willingly Leviticus 1:3 If his offering be a burnt sacrifice of the herd, let him offer a male without blemish: he shall offer it of his own voluntary will at the door of the tabernacle of the congregation before the LORD. Deuteronomy 12:6,17 And thither ye shall bring your burnt offerings, and your sacrifices, and your tithes, and heave offerings of your hand, and your vows, and your freewill offerings, and the firstlings of your herds and of your flocks: … 2 Chronicles 29:31,32 Then Hezekiah answered and said, Now ye have consecrated yourselves unto the LORD, come near and bring sacrifices and thank offerings into the house of the LORD. And the congregation brought in sacrifices and thank offerings; and as many as were of a free heart burnt offerings… Jump to Previous Afterward Appointed Burnt Burnt-Offering Consecrated Continual Feasts Festivals Fixed Freewill Freewill-Offering Free-Will-Offering Hallowed Moon Moons New Offered Offering Offerings Presented Sacred Seasons WillinglyJump to Next Afterward Appointed Burnt Burnt-Offering Consecrated Continual Feasts Festivals Fixed Freewill Freewill-Offering Free-Will-Offering Hallowed Moon Moons New Offered Offering Offerings Presented Sacred Seasons WillinglyEzra 3 1. The altar is set up4. Offerings renewed 7. Workmen employed in preparing materials 8. The foundations of the temple are laid in great joy and mourning After that, they presented the regular burnt offerings The phrase "after that" indicates a sequence of events following the completion of the altar's construction in Ezra 3:3. The "regular burnt offerings" refer to the daily sacrifices commanded in the Law of Moses (Exodus 29:38-42). These offerings were a central part of Israelite worship, symbolizing atonement and dedication to God. The reestablishment of these offerings signifies a return to covenant faithfulness and the restoration of worship practices after the Babylonian exile. and those for New Moons and for all the appointed sacred feasts of the LORD as well as all the freewill offerings brought to the LORD Persons / Places / Events 1. The IsraelitesThe returning exiles who are rebuilding the temple in Jerusalem and re-establishing worship practices. 2. Jerusalem The city where the temple is being rebuilt, central to Jewish worship and identity. 3. The Altar The place where sacrifices and offerings are made, symbolizing the restoration of worship. 4. Sacrifices and Offerings Various types of offerings mentioned, including burnt offerings, New Moon offerings, and freewill offerings, each with specific significance in Jewish worship. 5. The LORD The covenant God of Israel, to whom the offerings and sacrifices are made. Teaching Points Restoration of WorshipThe rebuilding of the altar and the resumption of sacrifices signify a return to proper worship and obedience to God's commands. This teaches us the importance of prioritizing worship in our lives. Community and Commitment The collective effort of the Israelites to restore worship practices highlights the power of community in pursuing spiritual goals. We are reminded to engage with our faith communities in shared worship and service. Diversity of Offerings The variety of offerings (burnt, New Moon, freewill) reflects the multifaceted nature of worship, involving regular, special, and voluntary acts of devotion. This encourages us to consider how we can offer diverse forms of worship in our own lives. Faithfulness to God's Commands The Israelites' adherence to the appointed feasts and offerings demonstrates their commitment to God's law. We are called to be faithful in our obedience to God's Word. Symbolism of Sacrifice The physical sacrifices point to the ultimate sacrifice of Christ. As Christians, we are reminded of the significance of Christ's sacrifice and our response to it through living a life of worship. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Ezra 3:5?2. How does Ezra 3:5 emphasize the importance of regular worship in our lives? 3. What offerings in Ezra 3:5 symbolize dedication and commitment to God today? 4. How can we incorporate "freewill offerings" into our modern Christian practice? 5. How does Ezra 3:5 connect with other scriptures about sacrificial worship? 6. What steps can we take to prioritize worship as described in Ezra 3:5? 7. How does Ezra 3:5 emphasize the importance of freewill offerings in worship? 8. What historical context surrounds the offerings mentioned in Ezra 3:5? 9. How does Ezra 3:5 reflect the Israelites' commitment to God after exile? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Ezra 3? 11. How can one harness spiritual power through rituals? 12. How do we reconcile the timing of the New Moon feast in 1 Samuel 20:5 with other Old Testament passages referencing similar observances? 13. Amos 5:21-23 - Why does God reject these religious festivals, yet in other books He commands and even delights in similar observances? 14. What are Firstfruits to God? What Does Ezra 3:5 Mean After thatThe events in Ezra 3:5 unfold immediately following the reconstruction of the altar and the resumption of daily worship (Ezra 3:2-4). Having first restored the place of sacrifice, the returned exiles now move ahead in obedience, demonstrating that right relationship with God precedes sustained service. This same sequence—altar first, then offerings—mirrors earlier covenant renewals (Exodus 40:29-32; 2 Chronicles 15:8-11), underscoring that worship built on God’s prescribed order invites His favor and protection (Psalm 51:19). they presented the regular burnt offerings Daily morning and evening sacrifices were the heartbeat of Israel’s worship (Numbers 28:3-8). By reinstating these “regular” offerings, the people declare that ordinary days belong to God just as much as special occasions. Each burnt offering, wholly consumed on the altar, symbolized complete devotion (Leviticus 1:9). The exiles, freshly delivered from captivity, now display total surrender, echoing Abraham’s readiness on Mount Moriah (Genesis 22:9-14) and pointing ahead to Christ’s perfect self-offering (Ephesians 5:2). and those for New Moons Monthly ceremonies marked the passing of time under God’s sovereignty (Numbers 28:11-15). Restoring New Moon sacrifices re-centers their calendar around the Lord rather than Persian rule. Psalm 81:3 pictures the trumpet blast at each new month, reminding the nation that every cycle of life begins with worship. By honoring New Moons, the community publicly affirms God’s ongoing provision in agriculture, commerce, and family rhythms (Isaiah 66:22-23). and for all the appointed sacred feasts of the LORD The yearly festivals—Passover, Unleavened Bread, Weeks, Trumpets, Day of Atonement, and Tabernacles (Leviticus 23)—retell God’s saving acts and future promises. Observing them again restores corporate memory and national identity. For example: • Passover proclaims redemption from bondage (Exodus 12:26-27). • Weeks celebrates firstfruits and anticipates Pentecost’s outpouring (Acts 2:1-4). • Tabernacles looks back to wilderness provision and ahead to ultimate rest (John 7:37-39; Zechariah 14:16-19). Each feast knits the community together around God’s faithfulness, shielding them from assimilation into surrounding cultures (Deuteronomy 16:14-17). as well as all the freewill offerings brought to the LORD Beyond required sacrifices, individuals brought voluntary gifts expressing gratitude, vows, or spontaneous joy (Leviticus 22:18-23; Deuteronomy 12:6). Freewill offerings reveal hearts stirred by grace rather than compulsion, echoing the generosity seen when the tabernacle was built (Exodus 35:29). Their inclusion shows that true revival produces both obedience to commands and overflow of personal devotion (2 Corinthians 9:7; Philippians 4:18). summary Ezra 3:5 records a fully restored rhythm of worship: daily, monthly, yearly, and voluntary offerings alike. The returned exiles align every segment of time and every level of giving with the Lord who rescued them. Their example calls believers to acknowledge God in ordinary routines, fixed seasons, communal celebrations, and spontaneous acts of love, affirming that He is worthy of all. (5) Both of the new moons.--And of the new moons. The whole verse is general and anticipatory. The new moons, the three feasts, and the constant presentation of freewill offerings, added to the daily sacrifice, made up the essentials of ritual; all being, like the arrangements in the Book of Leviticus, fixed before the Temple was built, and afterwards observed.Verse 5. - The continual burnt offering. This is beyond a doubt the daily morning and evening sacrifice, called "the continual burnt offering" in Exodus 29:42 and Numbers 28:3-6. The clause is not modified by the succeeding words, which are additional, not exegetical, and which should not be translated, as in the A. V., both of the new moons, but, "and those of the new moons." The returned exiles kept henceforth regularly both the daily morning and evening sacrifice, and also that appointed for the new moons (Numbers 28:11-15), and those appointed for the other "set feasts,"such as the passover and the feast of Pentecost. And of every one that willingly offered. Nor was this all. The practice was resumed of sacrificing on the great altar at any time any free-will offerings that individual Israelites might bring (see Leviticus 1, 2, 3, etc.). Thus provision was made for all that was most essential in the ritual of religion, while the temple itself still remained unbuilt (see ver. 6). PREPARATION OF MATERIALS FOR THE REBUILDING OF THE TEMPLE (ver. 7). When the restoration of religion had pro-greased thus far, the civil and ecclesiastical rulers turned their attention to that object which had been specially mentioned in the "decree of Cyrus" (Ezra 1:2, 3), the rebuilding of the temple. And, first of all, it was necessary to collect building materials, wood and stone, which were the chief materials of the first temple, and which Cyrus had particularized in a supplementary decree (Ezra 6:4) as those to be employed in the construction of the second.Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew After that,וְאַחֲרֵיכֵ֞ן (wə·’a·ḥă·rê·ḵên) Conjunctive waw | Preposition Strong's 310: The hind or following part they presented the regular תָּמִיד֙ (tā·mîḏ) Adverb Strong's 8548: Continuance, constant, ellipt, the regular, sacrifice burnt offerings עֹלַ֤ת (‘ō·laṯ) Noun - feminine singular construct Strong's 5930: Whole burnt offering and [those] for New Moons וְלֶ֣חֳדָשִׁ֔ים (wə·le·ḥo·ḏā·šîm) Conjunctive waw, Preposition-l, Article | Noun - masculine plural Strong's 2320: The new moon, a month and for all וּלְכָל־ (ū·lə·ḵāl-) Conjunctive waw, Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every the appointed מוֹעֲדֵ֥י (mō·w·‘ă·ḏê) Noun - masculine plural construct Strong's 4150: Appointed time, place, or meeting sacred feasts הַמְקֻדָּשִׁ֑ים (ham·qud·dā·šîm) Article | Verb - Pual - Participle - masculine plural Strong's 6942: To be set apart or consecrated of the LORD, יְהוָ֖ה (Yah·weh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel as well as all וּלְכֹ֛ל (ū·lə·ḵōl) Conjunctive waw, Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every the freewill offerings נְדָבָ֖ה (nə·ḏā·ḇāh) Noun - feminine singular Strong's 5071: Spontaneity, spontaneous, a spontaneous, abundant gift brought מִתְנַדֵּ֥ב (miṯ·nad·dêḇ) Verb - Hitpael - Participle - masculine singular Strong's 5068: To impel, to volunteer, to present spontaneously to the LORD. לַיהוָֽה׃ (Yah·weh) Preposition-l | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel Links Ezra 3:5 NIVEzra 3:5 NLT Ezra 3:5 ESV Ezra 3:5 NASB Ezra 3:5 KJV Ezra 3:5 BibleApps.com Ezra 3:5 Biblia Paralela Ezra 3:5 Chinese Bible Ezra 3:5 French Bible Ezra 3:5 Catholic Bible OT History: Ezra 3:5 And afterward the continual burnt offering (Ezr. 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