Bible Dictionary
Ahava
Ahava was the river or district in Babylonia where Ezra assembled the returning Jewish exiles, called a fast, and sought God’s protection for their journey to Jerusalem.
Biblical Usage
At Ahava, Ezra reviewed the people, found no Levites, and sent for temple ministers. He proclaimed a fast to seek God’s protection, entrusted the temple offerings to priests, and then led the company safely to Jerusalem.
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