Ezra 7:21
Ezra 7:21 in Multiple Translations
I, King Artaxerxes, decree to all the treasurers west of the Euphrates: Whatever Ezra the priest, the scribe of the Law of the God of heaven, may require of you, it must be provided promptly,
And I, even I Artaxerxes the king, do make a decree to all the treasurers which are beyond the river, that whatsoever Ezra the priest, the scribe of the law of the God of heaven, shall require of you, it be done speedily,
And I, even I Artaxerxes the king, do make a decree to all the treasurers that are beyond the River, that whatsoever Ezra the priest, the scribe of the law of the God of heaven, shall require of you, it be done with all diligence,
And I, even I, Artaxerxes the king, now give orders to all keepers of the king's money across the river, that whatever Ezra the priest, the scribe of the law of the God of heaven, may have need of from you, is to be done with all care,
I, King Artaxerxes, decree that all the treasurers west of the Euphrates should provide whatever Ezra the priest, the scribe of the Law of the God of heaven, may require from you, and it must be provided in full,
And I King Artahshashte haue giuen commandemet to all the treasurers which are beyond the Riuer, that whatsoeuer Ezra the Priest and Scribe of the Law of the God of heauen shall require of you, that it be done incontinently,
'And by me — I Artaxerxes the king — is made a decree to all treasurers who [are] beyond the river, that all that Ezra the priest, scribe of the law of the God of heaven, doth ask of you, be done speedily:
I, even I, Artaxerxes the king, make a decree to all the treasurers who are beyond the River, that whatever Ezra the priest, the scribe of the law of the God of heaven, requires of you, it shall be done with all diligence,
And I, even I Artaxerxes the king, do make a decree to all the treasurers who are beyond the river, that whatever Ezra the priest, the scribe of the law of the God of heaven, shall require of you, it be done speedily,
I Artaxerxes the king have ordered and decreed to all the keepers of the public chest, that are beyond the river, that whatsoever Esdras the priest, the scribe of the law of the God of heaven, shall require of you, you give it without delay,
“And I, King Artaxerxes, command this to all the treasurers in the province west of the Euphrates River: 'Give to Ezra, the priest who has studied very well the laws of the God who is/rules in heaven, everything that he requests, and give it to him quickly.
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Ezra 7:21 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וּ֠/מִנִּ/י
אֲנָ֞ה
אַרְתַּחְשַׁ֤סְתְּא
מַלְכָּ/א֙
שִׂ֣ים
טְעֵ֔ם
לְ/כֹל֙
גִּזַּֽבְרַיָּ֔/א
דִּ֖י
בַּ/עֲבַ֣ר
נַהֲרָ֑/ה
דִּ֣י
כָל
דִּ֣י
יִ֠שְׁאֲלֶנְ/כוֹן
עֶזְרָ֨א
כָהֲנָ֜/ה
סָפַ֤ר
דָּתָ/א֙
דִּֽי
אֱלָ֣הּ
שְׁמַיָּ֔/א
אָסְפַּ֖רְנָא
יִתְעֲבִֽד
וּ֠/מִנִּ/י
min
H4481
from
Adj | Prep | Suff
אֲנָ֞ה
ʼănâʼ
H576
me
Adj
אַרְתַּחְשַׁ֤סְתְּא
ʼArtachshashtâʼ
H783
Artaxerxes
Adj
מַלְכָּ/א֙
melek
H4430
king
Adj | Art
שִׂ֣ים
sûwm
H7761
to set
Adj
טְעֵ֔ם
ṭᵉʻêm
H2942
command
Adj
לְ/כֹל֙
kôl
H3606
all
Adj | N-ms
גִּזַּֽבְרַיָּ֔/א
gizbâr
H1490
treasurer
Adj | Art
דִּ֖י
dîy
H1768
that
Adj
בַּ/עֲבַ֣ר
ʻăbar
H5675
beyond
Adj | N-proper
נַהֲרָ֑/ה
nᵉhar
H5103
river
Adj | Art
דִּ֣י
dîy
H1768
that
Adj
כָל
kôl
H3606
all
Adj
דִּ֣י
dîy
H1768
that
Adj
יִ֠שְׁאֲלֶנְ/כוֹן
shᵉʼêl
H7593
to ask
Adj | Suff
עֶזְרָ֨א
ʻEzrâʼ
H5831
Ezra
Adj
כָהֲנָ֜/ה
kâhên
H3549
priest
Adj | Art
סָפַ֤ר
çâphêr
H5613
scribe
Adj
דָּתָ/א֙
dâth
H1882
law
Adj | Art
דִּֽי
dîy
H1768
that
Adj
אֱלָ֣הּ
ʼĕlâhh
H426
god
Adj
שְׁמַיָּ֔/א
shâmayin
H8065
heaven
Adj | Art
אָסְפַּ֖רְנָא
ʼoçparnâʼ
H629
diligently
Adj
יִתְעֲבִֽד
ʻăbad
H5648
to make
Adj
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Hebrew Word Reference — Ezra 7:21
וּ֠/מִנִּ/י
min
H4481
"from"
Adj | Prep | Suff
This word is used to show where something comes from, like from a place or at a certain time, and is often translated as from or out of.
Definition: 1) from, out of, by, by reason of, at, more than 1a) from, out of (of place) 1b) from, by, as a result of, by reason of, at, according to, (of source) 1c) from (of time) 1d) beyond, more than (in comparisons)
Usage: Occurs in 83 OT verses. KJV: according, after, [phrase] because, [phrase] before, by, for, from, [idiom] him, [idiom] more than, (out) of, part, since, [idiom] these, to, upon, [phrase] when. See also: Ezra 4:12; Daniel 3:22; Jeremiah 10:11.
אֲנָ֞ה
ʼănâʼ
H576
"me"
Adj
This is the Hebrew word for I or me, often used to emphasize the speaker. In the book of Daniel, it is used by the prophet to express his own thoughts and feelings.
Definition: I (first pers. sing. -usually used for emphasis) Aramaic of a.ni (אֲנִי, אָֽנֹכִ֫י "I" H0589)
Usage: Occurs in 16 OT verses. KJV: I, as for me. See also: Ezra 6:12; Daniel 4:6; Daniel 7:28.
אַרְתַּחְשַׁ֤סְתְּא
ʼArtachshashtâʼ
H783
"Artaxerxes"
Adj
Artaxerxes was a title given to several Persian kings, including the one who ruled during the time of Ezra and Nehemiah. He played a significant role in the rebuilding of Jerusalem.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, first mentioned at Ezr.4.7 Also named: ar.tach.shash.ta (אַרְתַּחְשַׁשְׂתְּא "Artaxerxes" H0783B) § Artaxerxes = "I will make the spoiled to boil: I will stir myself (in) winter" son and successor of Xerxes as emperor of Persia, 465-424 BC
Usage: Occurs in 14 OT verses. KJV: Artaxerxes. See also: Ezra 4:7; Ezra 7:11; Nehemiah 13:6.
מַלְכָּ/א֙
melek
H4430
"king"
Adj | Art
Melek means king, referring to a ruler or monarch, used in the Bible to describe kings like David and Solomon. It is translated as king or royal in the KJV.
Definition: king Aramaic of me.lekh (מֶ֫לֶךְ "king" H4428) § 1) king
Usage: Occurs in 131 OT verses. KJV: king, royal. See also: Ezra 4:8; Daniel 3:1; Daniel 7:24.
שִׂ֣ים
sûwm
H7761
"to set"
Adj
This word is similar to H7760, but is more focused on setting or appointing someone or something to a specific role or task. It is used in books like Genesis and Exodus to describe God's commands and appointments.
Definition: 1) to set, make, appoint 1a) (P'al) 1a1) to make, make decree, setout (decree) 1a2) to make, appoint 1a3) to set, fix 1b) (Ithp'al) to be made, be set, be laid
Usage: Occurs in 25 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] command, give, lay, make, [phrase] name, [phrase] regard, set. See also: Ezra 4:19; Ezra 6:12; Daniel 6:27.
טְעֵ֔ם
ṭᵉʻêm
H2942
"command"
Adj
This word is about having a command or report, and can also mean a taste or flavor. In the Bible, it can refer to a decree or wisdom, like in the book of Proverbs. It is about perceiving or understanding something.
Definition: 1) report, taste 1a) taste 1b) report
Usage: Occurs in 24 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] chancellor, [phrase] command, commandment, decree, [phrase] regard, taste, wisdom. See also: Ezra 4:8; Ezra 6:11; Daniel 6:27.
לְ/כֹל֙
kôl
H3606
"all"
Adj | N-ms
The Hebrew word for all or everything, used in the Bible to describe the entirety of something, like all people or all things. It appears in Genesis and Psalms to emphasize God's power over everything. This word is often translated as 'all' or 'every' in English Bibles.
Definition: 1) all, whole, the whole 1a) the whole of, all 1b) every, any, none
Usage: Occurs in 74 OT verses. KJV: all, any, + (forasmuch) as, + be-(for this) cause, every, + no (manner, -ne), + there (where) -fore, + though, what (where, who) -soever, (the) whole. See also: Ezra 4:14; Daniel 3:29; Daniel 7:27.
גִּזַּֽבְרַיָּ֔/א
gizbâr
H1490
"treasurer"
Adj | Art
This Aramaic word also means treasurer, someone who manages money or goods. It appears in the book of Ezra, describing a person in charge of the king's treasure.
Definition: treasurer Aramaic of giz.bar (גִּזְבָּר "treasurer" H1489)
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: treasurer. See also: Ezra 7:21.
דִּ֖י
dîy
H1768
"that"
Adj
This word is used as a relative conjunction, like 'that' or 'which', to connect ideas in sentences. It appears in Genesis and Exodus to describe relationships between people and things. The KJV translates it as 'that' or 'which'.
Definition: part of relation 1) who, which, that mark of genitive 2) that of, which belongs to, that conj 3) that, because
Usage: Occurs in 186 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] as, but, for(-asmuch [phrase]), [phrase] now, of, seeing, than, that, therefore, until, [phrase] what (-soever), when, which, whom, whose. See also: Ezra 4:9; Daniel 3:7; Jeremiah 10:11.
בַּ/עֲבַ֣ר
ʻăbar
H5675
"beyond"
Adj | N-proper
This word means beyond or on the other side, often referring to a region across a river, like the Jordan, and is used to describe a location or direction.
Definition: region beyond or across Aramaic of e.ver (עֵ֫בֶר ": side" H5676)
Usage: Occurs in 12 OT verses. KJV: beyond, this side. See also: Ezra 4:10; Ezra 5:6; Ezra 7:25.
נַהֲרָ֑/ה
nᵉhar
H5103
"river"
Adj | Art
The Hebrew word for a river, especially the Euphrates, describes a flowing body of water. In the Bible, it often symbolizes life and abundance.
Definition: river Aramaic of na.har (נָהָר "river" H5104H)
Usage: Occurs in 13 OT verses. KJV: river, stream. See also: Ezra 4:10; Ezra 5:6; Daniel 7:10.
דִּ֣י
dîy
H1768
"that"
Adj
This word is used as a relative conjunction, like 'that' or 'which', to connect ideas in sentences. It appears in Genesis and Exodus to describe relationships between people and things. The KJV translates it as 'that' or 'which'.
Definition: part of relation 1) who, which, that mark of genitive 2) that of, which belongs to, that conj 3) that, because
Usage: Occurs in 186 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] as, but, for(-asmuch [phrase]), [phrase] now, of, seeing, than, that, therefore, until, [phrase] what (-soever), when, which, whom, whose. See also: Ezra 4:9; Daniel 3:7; Jeremiah 10:11.
כָל
kôl
H3606
"all"
Adj
The Hebrew word for all or everything, used in the Bible to describe the entirety of something, like all people or all things. It appears in Genesis and Psalms to emphasize God's power over everything. This word is often translated as 'all' or 'every' in English Bibles.
Definition: 1) all, whole, the whole 1a) the whole of, all 1b) every, any, none
Usage: Occurs in 74 OT verses. KJV: all, any, + (forasmuch) as, + be-(for this) cause, every, + no (manner, -ne), + there (where) -fore, + though, what (where, who) -soever, (the) whole. See also: Ezra 4:14; Daniel 3:29; Daniel 7:27.
דִּ֣י
dîy
H1768
"that"
Adj
This word is used as a relative conjunction, like 'that' or 'which', to connect ideas in sentences. It appears in Genesis and Exodus to describe relationships between people and things. The KJV translates it as 'that' or 'which'.
Definition: part of relation 1) who, which, that mark of genitive 2) that of, which belongs to, that conj 3) that, because
Usage: Occurs in 186 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] as, but, for(-asmuch [phrase]), [phrase] now, of, seeing, than, that, therefore, until, [phrase] what (-soever), when, which, whom, whose. See also: Ezra 4:9; Daniel 3:7; Jeremiah 10:11.
יִ֠שְׁאֲלֶנְ/כוֹן
shᵉʼêl
H7593
"to ask"
Adj | Suff
Similar to H7592, this Hebrew word means to ask or request something. It is used in the Bible to describe asking for information or seeking something from someone. The KJV translates it as ask, demand, or require.
Definition: 1) to ask 1a) (P'al) 1a1) to ask for, request 1a2) to enquire for or about
Usage: Occurs in 6 OT verses. KJV: ask, demand, require. See also: Ezra 5:9; Daniel 2:10; Daniel 2:27.
עֶזְרָ֨א
ʻEzrâʼ
H5831
"Ezra"
Adj
Ezra, a Levite, was a key figure in Jerusalem's post-exile reforms, working with Nehemiah. He was the son of Seraiah and his name means 'help'.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Levi living at the time of Exile and Return, first mentioned at Ezr.7.1; son of: Seraiah (H8304H); brother of: Jehozadak (H3087) Aramaic of ez.ra (עֶזְרָא "Ezra" H5830) § Ezra = "help" the priest and scribe who led the reforms of the returned exiles in Jerusalem; co-worker with Nehemiah
Usage: Occurs in 3 OT verses. KJV: Ezra. See also: Ezra 7:12; Ezra 7:21; Ezra 7:25.
כָהֲנָ֜/ה
kâhên
H3549
"priest"
Adj | Art
This word refers to a priest in the Aramaic language, similar to the Hebrew word for priest, and is used in the book of Daniel. It describes a person who serves God and leads others in worship. This term is used to describe the priests in the Bible who served God.
Definition: priest Aramaic of ko.hen (כֹּהֵן "priest" H3548)
Usage: Occurs in 8 OT verses. KJV: priest. See also: Ezra 6:9; Ezra 7:13; Ezra 7:24.
סָפַ֤ר
çâphêr
H5613
"scribe"
Adj
A scribe was a person who wrote or copied documents, often serving as a secretary or record-keeper. In biblical times, scribes played a crucial role in preserving sacred texts. They are mentioned in the books of Ezra and Nehemiah.
Definition: scribe, secretary Aramaic of so.pher (סֹפֵר "secretary" H5608B)
Usage: Occurs in 6 OT verses. KJV: scribe. See also: Ezra 4:8; Ezra 4:23; Ezra 7:21.
דָּתָ/א֙
dâth
H1882
"law"
Adj | Art
In the Bible, this word refers to a law or decree, like God's commandments or a king's edict, as seen in Ezra and Nehemiah. It emphasizes the importance of following rules and regulations, whether from God or a human authority.
Definition: 1) decree, law 1a) a decree (of the king) 1b) law 1c) law (of God)
Usage: Occurs in 13 OT verses. KJV: decree, law. See also: Ezra 7:12; Daniel 2:13; Daniel 7:25.
דִּֽי
dîy
H1768
"that"
Adj
This word is used as a relative conjunction, like 'that' or 'which', to connect ideas in sentences. It appears in Genesis and Exodus to describe relationships between people and things. The KJV translates it as 'that' or 'which'.
Definition: part of relation 1) who, which, that mark of genitive 2) that of, which belongs to, that conj 3) that, because
Usage: Occurs in 186 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] as, but, for(-asmuch [phrase]), [phrase] now, of, seeing, than, that, therefore, until, [phrase] what (-soever), when, which, whom, whose. See also: Ezra 4:9; Daniel 3:7; Jeremiah 10:11.
אֱלָ֣הּ
ʼĕlâhh
H426
"god"
Adj
This word means God, referring to the God of Israel or a heathen deity, as seen in various KJV translations. It is used to describe a divine being.
Definition: 1) god, God 1a) god, heathen deity 1b) God (of Israel)
Usage: Occurs in 78 OT verses. KJV: God, god. See also: Ezra 4:24; Daniel 2:19; Jeremiah 10:11.
שְׁמַיָּ֔/א
shâmayin
H8065
"heaven"
Adj | Art
This Aramaic word for heaven is similar to the Hebrew word, referring to the sky and the abode of God. It is used to describe the dwelling place of God in the Bible.
Definition: 1) heaven, heavens, sky 1a) visible sky 1b) Heaven (as abode of God)
Usage: Occurs in 35 OT verses. KJV: heaven. See also: Ezra 5:11; Daniel 4:12; Jeremiah 10:11.
אָסְפַּ֖רְנָא
ʼoçparnâʼ
H629
"diligently"
Adj
This word means to do something diligently or eagerly, like when someone works hard or responds quickly. It is used to describe urgent actions in the Bible.
Definition: 1) thoroughly 2) (CLBL) eagerly, diligently
Usage: Occurs in 7 OT verses. KJV: fast, forthwith, speed(-ily). See also: Ezra 5:8; Ezra 6:13; Ezra 7:26.
יִתְעֲבִֽד
ʻăbad
H5648
"to make"
Adj
This word means to make or do something, and can also imply preparing or keeping something, as seen in the creation story in Genesis. It is a versatile verb that can be used in different ways, including creating, performing, or executing something. The word is found in various KJV translations.
Definition: 1) to make, do 1a)(P'al) 1a1) to make, create 1a2) to do, perform 1b) (Ithp'al) 1b1) to be made into 1b2) to be done, be wrought, be performed, be executed, be carried out
Usage: Occurs in 25 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] cut, do, execute, go on, make, move, work. See also: Ezra 4:15; Ezra 7:26; Jeremiah 10:11.
Study Notes — Ezra 7:21
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- Context
- Cross References
- Ezra 7:21 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Ezra 7:21
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezra 7:21
- Trapp's Commentary on Ezra 7:21
- Ellicott's Commentary on Ezra 7:21
- Cambridge Bible on Ezra 7:21
- Barnes' Notes on Ezra 7:21
- Whedon's Commentary on Ezra 7:21
- Sermons on Ezra 7:21
Context — Artaxerxes’ Letter for Ezra
19You must deliver to the God of Jerusalem all the articles given to you for the service of the house of your God.
20And if anything else is needed for the house of your God that you may have occasion to supply, you may pay for it from the royal treasury.
21I, King Artaxerxes, decree to all the treasurers west of the Euphrates: Whatever Ezra the priest, the scribe of the Law of the God of heaven, may require of you, it must be provided promptly,
22up to a hundred talents of silver, a hundred cors of wheat, a hundred baths of wine, a hundred baths of olive oil, and salt without limit. 23Whatever is commanded by the God of heaven must be done diligently for His house. For why should wrath fall on the realm of the king and his sons?Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ezra 4:16 | We advise the king that if this city is rebuilt and its walls are restored, you will have no dominion west of the Euphrates. |
| 2 | Ezra 7:6 | this Ezra came up from Babylon. He was a scribe skilled in the Law of Moses, which the LORD, the God of Israel, had given. The king had granted Ezra all his requests, for the hand of the LORD his God was upon him. |
| 3 | Ezra 7:10–13 | For Ezra had set his heart to study the Law of the LORD, to practice it, and to teach its statutes and ordinances in Israel. This is the text of the letter King Artaxerxes had given to Ezra the priest and scribe, an expert in the commandments and statutes of the LORD to Israel: Artaxerxes, king of kings. To Ezra the priest, the scribe of the Law of the God of heaven: Greetings. I hereby decree that any volunteers among the Israelites in my kingdom, including the priests and Levites, may go up with you to Jerusalem. |
| 4 | Ezra 6:6 | Therefore Darius decreed: To Tattenai governor of the region west of the Euphrates, Shethar-bozenai, and your associates and officials in the region: You must stay away from that place! |
| 5 | Ezra 4:20 | And mighty kings have ruled over Jerusalem and exercised authority over the whole region west of the Euphrates; and tribute, duty, and toll were paid to them. |
Ezra 7:21 Summary
Ezra 7:21 shows us that God can use anyone, even a king, to help His people and accomplish His will. King Artaxerxes' decree to support Ezra's mission demonstrates God's sovereignty and provision, as seen in Isaiah 44:28 and Proverbs 21:1. This verse teaches us to trust in God's provision and to be generous and obedient to His commands, just like the king and his treasurers. By doing so, we can help further God's kingdom, just as they did in Ezra's time.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of King Artaxerxes' decree in Ezra 7:21?
The decree shows the king's support for Ezra's mission to restore the worship of the God of heaven in Jerusalem, as seen in Ezra 7:21, and is a fulfillment of God's promise to Cyrus in Isaiah 44:28 to help rebuild the temple.
Who are the treasurers mentioned in Ezra 7:21 and what is their role?
The treasurers are officials responsible for managing the king's finances west of the Euphrates, and they are instructed to provide whatever Ezra needs for his mission, as stated in Ezra 7:21, with specific limitations outlined in Ezra 7:22.
How does this verse demonstrate God's sovereignty over earthly rulers?
This verse shows that God can move the hearts of kings to support His people and accomplish His will, as seen in Ezra 7:21, and is reminiscent of Proverbs 21:1, which states that the king's heart is in God's hand.
What can we learn from King Artaxerxes' prompt provision for Ezra's needs?
We can learn the importance of generosity and prompt obedience to God's commands, as seen in Ezra 7:21, and echoed in 2 Corinthians 9:6-7, which teaches about sowing generously and reaping abundantly.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I can demonstrate my support for God's work in my community, just like King Artaxerxes supported Ezra's mission?
- How can I show generosity and prompt obedience to God's commands in my own life, as seen in Ezra 7:21?
- What are some areas in my life where I need to trust in God's sovereignty, just as Ezra trusted in God's provision for his mission?
- How can I use my resources to further God's kingdom, as the treasurers were instructed to do in Ezra 7:21?
Gill's Exposition on Ezra 7:21
And I, even I Artaxerxes the king, do make a decree to all the treasurers which are beyond the river,.... The receivers of his tribute, tax, and custom, beyond the river Euphrates, on the side
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezra 7:21
And to carry the silver and gold, which the king and his counsellors have freely offered unto the God of Israel, whose habitation is in Jerusalem, No JFB commentary on these verses.
Trapp's Commentary on Ezra 7:21
Ezra 7:21 And I, [even] I Artaxerxes the king, do make a decree to all the treasurers which [are] beyond the river, that whatsoever Ezra the priest, the scribe of the law of the God of heaven, shall require of you, it be done speedily,Ver. 21. Let it be done speedily] Without shucking and bucking, without delays and consults: I, even I will have it so, saith the great king; dispute not, therefore, but despatch: Quod ego volo, pro canone sit, because I wish, let him be for the writing, as Constantius the emperor said to Paulinus, Lucifer, and other dissenting bishops.
Ellicott's Commentary on Ezra 7:21
(11-26) Credentials and commission of Ezra. After the general statement the particulars are given, beginning with the letter of authorisation, in which we discern throughout the hand of Ezra.
Cambridge Bible on Ezra 7:21
21. Credit to Ezra to be granted on local treasuries W. of the Euphrates. Limit of credit stated in Ezra 7:22. treasurers] Officials to be found in each satrapy and province, (LXX. ταῖςγάζαις. Vulg. ‘custodibus arcζ publicζ’). On ‘gizbar’ a treasurer cf. Ezra 1:8. beyond the river] i.e. this decree only applied to the financiers of the particular satrapy to which Jerusalem belonged. Ezra the priest, the scribe, &c.] See on Ezra 7:12. of you] The decree here addresses ‘the treasurers’. speedily] R.V. with all diligence.
Barnes' Notes on Ezra 7:21
All the treasurers - The Persian system of taxing the provinces through the satraps involved the establishment in each province of at least one local treasury.
Whedon's Commentary on Ezra 7:21
21. All the treasurers… beyond the river — The Persian system of finance provided for a royal treasury in every province.
Sermons on Ezra 7:21
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Prayer That Is Pleasing to the Lord by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the speaker addresses the issue of complicated prayer and emphasizes the importance of delighting in the Lord. He criticizes the idea of filling up prayer time with |
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From Babylon to Jerusalem - (Ezra) ch.7 - ch.10 by Zac Poonen | Zac Poonen explores the transition of Ezra and the people from Babylon to Jerusalem, emphasizing the significance of Ezra's leadership and his commitment to God's Word. He highligh |
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Recovery - Part 2 of 4 by T. Austin-Sparks | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of being committed to God's purpose. He highlights the need for a specific and personal vision of God's plan in the present ti |
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The Greatest Danger This World Faces Today by Keith Daniel | This sermon emphasizes the importance of seeking God desperately for revival, drawing parallels from the stories of King Josiah and Ezra in the Bible. It highlights the need for th |
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(Through the Bible) 1 & 2 Chronicles, Ezra by Zac Poonen | The sermon covers the journey of the children of Israel from Babylon back to Jerusalem after 70 years of captivity, focusing on the building of the temple and the challenges faced. |
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Ezra 7:6 by Chuck Smith | Chuck Smith emphasizes the significance of experiencing the good hand of the Lord in our lives, highlighting that true favor with God leads to favor with man. He explains that our |
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Bible Survey - Ezra by Peter Hammond | Peter Hammond preaches on the life of Ezra, a skilled scribe in the Law of Moses, who led the second expedition from Babylon to reinforce and inspire the struggling Judeans in rebu |