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Ezra 4:19-21
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19 So I gave orders,[a] and it was determined[b] that this city from long ago has been engaging in insurrection against kings. It has continually engaged in[c] rebellion and revolt. 20 Powerful kings have been over Jerusalem who ruled throughout the entire Trans-Euphrates[d] and who were the beneficiaries of[e] tribute, custom, and toll. 21 Now give orders that these men cease their work and that this city not be rebuilt until such time as I so instruct.[f]

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  1. Ezra 4:19 tn Aram “from me was placed a decree.”
  2. Ezra 4:19 tn Aram “and they searched and found.”
  3. Ezra 4:19 tn Aram “are being done.”
  4. Ezra 4:20 sn The statement that prior Jewish kings ruled over the entire Trans-Euphrates is an overstatement. Not even in the days of David and Solomon did the kingdom of Israel extend its borders to such an extent.
  5. Ezra 4:20 tn Aram “were being given to them.”
  6. Ezra 4:21 tn Aram “until a command is issued from me.”
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