Key Figures — Haggai 2

3 figures

1. Haggai

   Prophet of God delivering messages to the people of Israel.

   Haggai encourages the people to be strong and continue rebuilding the temple, assuring them of God's presence and future glory.

   Related passages

   • Haggai Chapter 1 (Haggai's initial call to rebuild the temple)
   • Ezra Chapter 5 (Haggai's role in the rebuilding of the temple)

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2. Zerubbabel

   Governor of Judah and leader in the rebuilding of the temple.

   Zerubbabel is encouraged by Haggai to be strong and is promised that God will shake the heavens and the earth, signifying his important role in God's plan.

   Related passages

   • Zechariah Chapter 4 (Zerubbabel's role in the temple's completion)
   • Matthew Chapter 1 (Zerubbabel in the genealogy of Jesus)

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   • #Temple

3. Joshua

   High Priest during the time of the temple's reconstruction.

   Joshua is encouraged alongside Zerubbabel to be strong in the work of rebuilding the temple, representing the spiritual leadership of the people.

   Related passages

   • Zechariah Chapter 3 (Joshua's cleansing and role as high priest)
   • Ezra Chapter 5 (Joshua's involvement in the temple rebuilding)

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