1. Ezra 6:9 (ESV)
  2. Exposition

How is Darius' generosity pointed up?

Ezra 6:9 (ESV)

9 And whatever is needed bulls, rams, or sheep for burnt offerings to the God of heaven, wheat, salt, wine, or oil, as the priests at Jerusalem require let that be given to them day by day without fail,

In the past, the people of Israel had to bring sacrifices from their own resources. Now, King Darius, a Gentile king, provides them with all the resources they need.