Ezra 4:16

Modern English Version

We notify the king that if this city is rebuilt and the walls repaired by this means the portion Beyond the River will no longer be yours.”

Cross References

2 Samuel 8:3

David also defeated Hadadezer the son of Rehob, king of Zobah, when he went to restore his authority over the Euphrates River.

1 Kings 4:24

For he had dominion over all the region on this side of the River from Tiphsah to Gaza, over all the kings on this side of the River, and he had peace on all borders of his land.

Ezra 4:15

so that a search may be made in the book of the records of your fathers. There you will find in the book of the records and realize that this city is a rebellious city, and hurtful to kings and provinces, and that they have incited revolt within it in former times—for which cause this city was destroyed.

Ezra 4:17

The king sent an answer: “To Rehum the commander, to Shimshai the scribe, to the rest of their companions that dwell in Samaria, and to the remainder Beyond the River: “Peace, and so forth.

Ezra 4:20

There have also been mighty kings over Jerusalem, who have ruled over the whole province Beyond the River, and toll, tribute, and custom was paid to them.