Ezra 4:19

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

Key Reflection

This phrase underscores the transparency and clarity with which God's will is communicated, emphasizing that even when directives come through human intermediaries, they are intended to be understood and acted upon without ambiguity. It highlights the importance of open and honest communication in carrying out divine purposes.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

The archives of the Babylonian kingdom would contain accounts of the insurrections raised, or threatened, by Jehoiakim, Jehoiachin, and Zedekiah2Ki 24:1,2 Kings 24:10,2 Kings 24:20. It does not appear that there had ever been any rebellion against Persia.

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