Ezra 4:19

New King James Version

And I gave the command, and a search has been made, and it was found that this city in former times has revolted against kings, and rebellion and sedition have been fostered in it.

Cross References

Proverbs 25:2

It is the glory of God to conceal a matter, But the glory of kings is to search out a matter.

2 Kings 18:7

The Lord was with him; he prospered wherever he went. And he rebelled against the king of Assyria and did not serve him.

Ezra 5:17

Now therefore, if it seems good to the king, let a search be made in the king’s treasure house, which is there in Babylon, whether it is so that a decree was issued by King Cyrus to build this house of God at Jerusalem, and let the king send us his pleasure concerning this matter.

Ezra 4:15

that search may be made in the book of the records of your fathers. And you will find in the book of the records and know that this city is a rebellious city, harmful to kings and provinces, and that they have incited sedition within the city in former times, for which cause this city was destroyed.

2 Kings 24:20

For because of the anger of the Lord this happened in Jerusalem and Judah, that He finally cast them out from His presence. Then Zedekiah rebelled against the king of Babylon.

Deuteronomy 13:14

then you shall inquire, search out, and ask diligently. And if it is indeed true and certain that such an abomination was committed among you,

Ezra 4:18

The letter which you sent to us has been clearly read before me.

Ezra 4:20

There have also been mighty kings over Jerusalem, who have ruled over all the region beyond the River; and tax, tribute, and custom were paid to them.