Lunar Sabbath
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    Ezra's Decree 458 BC

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    Fact

    Ezra's decree was issued in spring 458 BC (Nisan 1 departure)

    Evidence

    • Ezra 7:7-9 - Left Babylon on Nisan 1 in year 7 of Artaxerxes

    • Artaxerxes began reign in 465 BC

    • Year 7 = 458 BC (spring-to-spring reckoning)

    • Journey took 4 months (Nisan to Av)

    • This is the starting point for Daniel's 70 weeks (490 years)

    Supporting Facts

    Artaxerxes Accession Very High

    Depends On

    Artaxerxes Accession Very High

    Ezra's decree to restore and rebuild Jerusalem is the starting point for Daniel's 70 weeks prophecy. The 458 BC date leads to a 32 AD crucifixion.