God continued to watch over the rebuilding of the Temple, for not only did King Darius find and support the decree issued by King Cyrus; but he also offered provisions for sacrifices as well as curses for anyone defying the edict. Then, when the Temple was completed, it was REDEDICATED to God in joy, with sin offerings according to the Law. Then at Passover, they were able to observe the feast, along with the purification and cleansing. And, they recognized that it was because of God that they were able to complete their work on the House of God. This is important, for when it can often be easy to miss God "working behind the scenes."
This passage shows the God causes all things to work out when it is according to His Plan. He had power and authority over King Darius; and even offered protection against the enemies who had stopped the work in Chp 3. In the section on the REDEDICATION and the Passover celebration, it was clear that purification, cleansing, and sin offering were an important part of it all. This is a reminder, that our God is a HOLY GOD.
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