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Ezra 4:12 · KJV

"Be it known unto the king, that the Jews which came up from thee to us are come unto Jerusalem, building the rebellious and the bad city, and have set up the walls thereof, and joined the foundations."

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Passage Context

10And the rest of the nations whom the great and noble Asnappar brought over, and set in the cities of Samaria, and the rest that are on this side the river, and at such a time.
11This is the copy of the letter that they sent unto him, even unto Artaxerxes the king; Thy servants the men on this side the river, and at such a time.
12Be it known unto the king, that the Jews which came up from thee to us are come unto Jerusalem, building the rebellious and the bad city, and have set up the walls thereof, and joined the foundations.
13Be it known now unto the king, that, if this city be builded, and the walls set up again, then will they not pay toll, tribute, and custom, and so thou shalt endamage the revenue of the kings.
14Now because we have maintenance from the king's palace, and it was not meet for us to see the king's dishonour, therefore have we sent and certified the king;

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you respond to accusations against you?

2

What does it mean for you to be seen as rebellious?

3

When have you felt misunderstood in your intentions?

Life Application

faith

Stay committed to your beliefs, even when others may misinterpret your actions.

perseverance

Consider how you can remain steadfast in your goals despite external criticism.

Places in This Verse

Jerusalem(Jerusalem today)

The capital of Israel and the center of Jewish worship, Jerusalem was being rebuilt after the exile.

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