While trouble rebuilding the Temple brews in Jerusalem, Daniel has an amazing vision in Persia giving a glimpse into the future.  Ps 84; Ezra 4:1-5 Daniel 10:1-21, 11:1,2-13; Rev 1:12-18;ncbible.org/resources/danielcomm11 by Charles Dailey

The Jews rejoice with thanksgiving as they lay the foundation of the new Temple in Jerusalem.  Psalms 116, 117, 127, 128, 134, Ezra 3:8-13, Psalm 66

The resettlement of Jerusalem begins by reclaiming their homes, and building an altar so that daily sacrifices and God-appointed celebrations can begin.  Ezra 2:68-70; Ezra 3:1-7; Psalms 87, 107, 111, 112, 113, 114

Cyrus, king of Persia, responds to a 150-year prophecy and sends Jews back to Jerusalem to rebuild the Temple.  Ezra 1:1-11, Psalm 85, 126, 125, Ezra 2:1-67; Isaiah 45:1-7; Matt 5:3-5

Today, we get more information about Daniel's 70 weeks prophecy, and his trip to the lion's den as well.  Daniel 9:20-27; 6:1-18,19-28; 1:21; Luke 19:28-44