Ezra 5:10

Verse

We also asked for their names, so that we could write down the names of their leaders for your information.

American Standard Version (1901)

We asked them their names also, to certify thee, that we might write the names of the men that were at the head of them.

Bible in Basic English

And we made request for their names, so that we might send you word, and give you the names of the men at the head of them.

Douay-Rheims 1899

We asked also of them their names, that we might give thee notice: and we have written the names of the men that are the chief among them.

Free Bible Version

We also asked for their names, so that we could write them down and let you know the names of their leaders.

Geneva Bible 1599

We asked their names also, that we might certifie thee, and that we might write the names of the men that were their rulers.

King James (Authorized) Version

We asked their names also, to certify thee, that we might write the names of the men that were the chief of them.

Translation for Translators

And we requested them to tell us the names of their leaders, in order that we could tell you who they were.

Unlocked Literal Bible

We also asked them their names so you might know the name of each man who led them.

Noah Webster Bible

We asked their names also, to certify thee, that we might write the names of the men that were the chief of them.

World English Bible

We asked them their names also, to inform you that we might write the names of the men who were at their head.

Young's Literal Translation

And also their names we have asked of them, to let thee know, that we might write the names of the men who [are] at their head.

Context

Tattenai’s Letter to Darius

⁹So we questioned the elders and asked, “Who authorized you to rebuild this temple and restore this structure?” ¹⁰We also asked for their names, so that we could write down the names of their leaders for your information.

Summary

In Ezra 5:10, the adversaries of the Israelites question the authority of the Jews to rebuild the temple in Jerusalem. They inquire about the names of those leading the construction, seeking to undermine their efforts. This verse reflects the ongoing opposition faced by God's people when they seek to obey His commands and fulfill His purposes. Despite the challenges and doubts raised by their enemies, the Israelites persevere in their work, demonstrating faithfulness and determination in the face of adversity.

Commentary

John Gill

John Gill Bible Commentary

We asked their names also,.... The names of the elders, those that set men about this work: to certify that we might write the names of the men that were the chief of them; take the names of them in writing, that they might with certainty acquaint the king who they were, and that if it was necessary they might be called to an account for what they were doing.

Ezra 5:10

Tattenai’s Letter to Darius

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Berean Standard Bible

We also asked for their names, so that we could write down the names of their leaders for your information.

American Standard Version (1901)

We asked them their names also, to certify thee, that we might write the names of the men that were at the head of them.

Bible in Basic English

And we made request for their names, so that we might send you word, and give you the names of the men at the head of them.

Douay-Rheims 1899

We asked also of them their names, that we might give thee notice: and we have written the names of the men that are the chief among them.

Free Bible Version

We also asked for their names, so that we could write them down and let you know the names of their leaders.

Geneva Bible 1599

We asked their names also, that we might certifie thee, and that we might write the names of the men that were their rulers.

King James (Authorized) Version

We asked their names also, to certify thee, that we might write the names of the men that were the chief of them.

Translation for Translators

And we requested them to tell us the names of their leaders, in order that we could tell you who they were.

Unlocked Literal Bible

We also asked them their names so you might know the name of each man who led them.

Noah Webster Bible

We asked their names also, to certify thee, that we might write the names of the men that were the chief of them.

World English Bible

We asked them their names also, to inform you that we might write the names of the men who were at their head.

Young's Literal Translation

And also their names we have asked of them, to let thee know, that we might write the names of the men who [are] at their head.