Ezra 4:20-22

Darby Translation

²⁰ And there have been mighty kings over Jerusalem, who have ruled over all beyond the river; and tribute, tax, and toll were paid to them.

²¹ Now give order to make these men to cease, and that this city be not built, until the order shall be given from me;

²² and take heed that ye fail not to do this: why should harm grow to the damage of the kings?