Ezra 4:16

The Scriptures 1998

We inform the sovereign that if this city is rebuilt and its walls are completed, then you have no portion beyond the River.

Cross References

2 Samuel 8:3

Dawiḏ

1 Kings 4:24

For he was ruling over all on this side of the River from Tiphsaḥ

Ezra 4:15

so that search be made in the book of the records of your fathers, and you find in the book of the records, and know, that this city is a rebellious city, and causing loss to sovereigns and provinces. And revolt was stirred up in it since days of old, for which cause this city was destroyed.

Ezra 4:17

The sovereign sent a message: To Reḥ

Ezra 4:20

And mighty sovereigns have been over Yerushalayim, who have ruled over all beyond the River. And tax, excise, and toll were paid to them.