Ezra 4:20

Powerful kings have ruled over Jerusalem and throughout the whole area west of the Euphrates, and they received tax, tribute, and fees.

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In The King James Version

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.

In Context

19I ordered a search to be conducted. It was discovered that this city has often risen up in revolt against kings in the past, frequently promoting insurrection and rebellion.

21Issue an immediate order for these men to stop work. This city is not to be rebuilt until I authorize it.

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Cross References

Genesis 15:18This is how the Lord made an agreement with Abram that day and promised him, “I'm giving this land to your descendants. It extends from the Wadi of Egypt to the great Euphrates River,

1 Kings 4:21Solomon ruled over all the kingdoms from the Euphrates River to the land of the Philistines, right up to the border of Egypt. They presented tribute to Solomon and served him during his lifetime.

1 Kings 5:1When Hiram king of Tyre heard that Solomon had been anointed king to succeed his father, he sent ambassadors to Solomon because Hiram had always been David's friend.

1 Chronicles 18:3David then defeated Hadadezer, king of Zobah, near Hamath, as he tried to enforce his control along the Euphrates River.

1 Chronicles 18:13He set up army posts in Edom, and all the Edomites became subject to David. The Lord gave David victories wherever he went.

2 Chronicles 9:14not including that received from traders and merchants. All the kings of Arabia and governors of the land also brought gold and silver to Solomon.

Matthew Henry on Ezra 4:18-24

17 Then sent the king an answer unto Rehum the chancellor, and to Shimshai the scribe, and to the rest of their companions that dwell in Samaria, and unto the rest beyond the river, Peace, and at such a time. 18 The letter which ye sent unto us hath been plainly read before me. 19 And I commanded, 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. 20 There have been mighty kings also over Jerusalem,… Read the whole commentary →

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