Ezra

Describes the return of the Jews from Babylonian exile and the rebuilding of the temple in Jerusalem.

Chapter 6

KJV - Ezra 6:12

And the God that hath caused his name to dwell there destroy all kings and people, that shall put to their hand to alter and to destroy this house of God which is at Jerusalem. I Darius have made a decree; let it be done with speed.

And the God who lives there will destroy anyone who tries to change or damage this special God's house in Jerusalem. I, Darius, have decided this must happen quickly.

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