• Ezra 4:18

    The letter which ye sent unto us hath been plainly read before me.

  • Ezra 4:19

    And I commanded,k and search hath been made, and it is found that this city of old time hath made insurrection against kings, and that rebellion and sedition have been made therein.

  • Ezra 4:20

    There have been mighty kings also over Jerusalem, which have ruled over all countries beyond the river; and toll, tribute, and custom, was paid unto them.

  • Ezra 4:21

    Givel ye now commandment to cause these men to cease, and that this city be not builded, until another commandment shall be given from me.

  • Ezra 4:22

    Take heed now that ye fail not to do this: why should damage grow to the hurt of the kings?

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