Ezra 4:20
There have also been mighty kings over Jerusalem who have ruled over all the country beyond the River; and tribute, custom, and toll was paid to them.
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Ezra 4:20
There have also been mighty kings over Jerusalem who have ruled over all the country beyond the River; and tribute, custom, and toll was paid to them.
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Ezra 4:13
Be it known now to the king that if this city is built and the walls finished, they will not pay tribute, custom, or toll, and in the end it will be hurtful to the kings.
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Ezra 4:16
We inform the king that if this city is built and the walls finished, then you will have no possession beyond the River.
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Ezra 4:19
I decreed, and search has been made, and it was found that this city has made insurrection against kings in the past, and that rebellion and revolts have been made in it.
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Ezra 4:21
Make a decree now to cause these men to cease, and that this city not be built until a decree is made by me.
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Ezra 4:22
Be careful that you not be slack doing so. Why should damage grow to the hurt of the kings?
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