Artaxerxes I
The King Who Empowered God’s Leaders
Name Information
- Meaning: "Whose reign is through truth"
- Language of Origin: Persian
- Gender Usage: Masculine
Artaxerxes I was a Persian king who authorized Ezra and Nehemiah to return to Jerusalem, granting them authority and resources to restore the city’s worship and walls. His decrees fulfilled God’s plans despite political complexities.
⏰ Persian Empire
Roles
- King of Persia
Story
Granted Ezra a royal letter with full authority to teach and enforce God’s law.
Listened to Nehemiah’s request and sent him to Jerusalem with resources.
God used him to advance restoration efforts in Jerusalem.
Spiritual Significance
- Commissioned Ezra to teach God’s law and restore temple service.
- Authorized Nehemiah to rebuild Jerusalem’s walls.
- Provided financial and military support for the work.
What We Can Learn
- God moves the hearts of kings to accomplish His will.
- Strategic leadership and planning can serve God’s purposes.
- Faithful servants can influence powerful rulers.
Memory Verses
Praise be to the Lord... who has put it into the king’s heart to bring honor to the house of the Lord in Jerusalem.
— Ezra 7:27
Key Passages
- Ezra 7
- Nehemiah 2
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