Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version They also delivered the king’s orders to the royal satraps and to the governors of Trans-Euphrates, who then gave assistance to the people and to the house of God. New Living Translation The king’s decrees were delivered to his highest officers and the governors of the province west of the Euphrates River, who then cooperated by supporting the people and the Temple of God. English Standard Version They also delivered the king’s commissions to the king’s satraps and to the governors of the province Beyond the River, and they aided the people and the house of God. Berean Standard Bible They also delivered the king’s edicts to the royal satraps and governors of the region west of the Euphrates, who proceeded to assist the people and the house of God. Berean Literal Bible And they delivered the laws of the king to the satraps of the king and the governors beyond the River, and they lifted up the people and the house of God. King James Bible And they delivered the king's commissions unto the king's lieutenants, and to the governors on this side the river: and they furthered the people, and the house of God. New King James Version And they delivered the king’s orders to the king’s satraps and the governors in the region beyond the River. So they gave support to the people and the house of God. New American Standard Bible Then they delivered the king’s edicts to the king’s satraps and the governors in the provinces beyond the Euphrates River, and they supported the people and the house of God. NASB 1995 Then they delivered the king’s edicts to the king’s satraps and to the governors in the provinces beyond the River, and they supported the people and the house of God. NASB 1977 Then they delivered the king’s edicts to the king’s satraps, and to the governors in the provinces beyond the River, and they supported the people and the house of God. Legacy Standard Bible Then they gave the king’s edicts to the king’s satraps and to the governors in the provinces beyond the River, and they supported the people and the house of God. Amplified Bible And they delivered the king’s edicts to the king’s satraps (lieutenants) and to the governors west of the [Euphrates] River, and they supported the people and God’s house. Berean Annotated Bible They also delivered the king’s edicts to the royal satraps (Persian official) and governors of the region west of the Euphrates \governors beyond the River/, who proceeded to assist the people and the house of God {Elohim}. Christian Standard Bible They also delivered the king’s edicts to the royal satraps and governors of the region west of the Euphrates, so that they would support the people and the house of God. Holman Christian Standard Bible They also delivered the king’s edicts to the royal satraps and governors of the region west of the Euphrates, so that they would support the people and the house of God. American Standard Version And they delivered the king's commissions unto the king's satraps, and to the governors beyond the River: and they furthered the people and the house of God. Contemporary English Version Some of those who had returned took the king's orders to the governors and officials in Western Province. Then the officials did what they could for the people and for the temple of God. English Revised Version And they delivered the king's commissions unto the king's satraps, and to the governors beyond the river: and they furthered the people and the house of God. GOD'S WORD® Translation The exiles delivered the king's orders to the king's satraps and governors [in the province] west of the Euphrates River. These officials then gave their support to the people and the temple of God. Good News Translation They also took the document the emperor had given them and gave it to the governors and officials of West-of-Euphrates Province, who then gave their support to the people and the Temple worship. International Standard Version Then they delivered copies of the king's orders to the king's officers, and governors on this side of the Euphrates River. The orders were in support of the people and God's Temple. NET Bible Then they presented the decrees of the king to the king's satraps and to the governors of Trans-Euphrates, who gave help to the people and to the temple of God. New Heart English Bible They delivered the king's commissions to the king's satraps, and to the governors beyond the River: and they furthered the people and God's house. Webster's Bible Translation And they delivered the king's commissions to the king's lieutenants, and to the governors on this side of the river: and they furthered the people, and the house of God. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleThey also delivered the king’s edicts to the royal satraps and governors of the region west of the Euphrates, who proceeded to assist the people and the house of God. World English Bible They delivered the king’s commissions to the king’s local governors and to the governors beyond the River. So they supported the people and God’s house. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand they give the laws of the king to the lieutenants of the king and the governors beyond the river, and they have lifted up the people and the house of God. Berean Literal Bible And they delivered the laws of the king to the satraps of the king and the governors beyond the River, and they lifted up the people and the house of God. Young's Literal Translation and they give the laws of the king to the lieutenants of the king and the governors beyond the river, and they have lifted up the people and the house of God. Smith's Literal Translation And they will give the king's laws to the king's satraps and prefects beyond the river: and they lifted up the people and the house of God. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd they gave the king's edicts to the lords that were from the king's court, and the governors beyond the river, and they furthered the people and the house of God. Catholic Public Domain Version Then they gave the edicts of the king to the rulers who served in the sight of the king, and to the governors beyond the river, and they exalted the people and the house of God. New American Bible Finally, the orders of the king were presented to the king’s satraps and to the governors in West-of-Euphrates, who gave their support to the people and to the house of God. New Revised Standard Version They also delivered the king’s commissions to the king’s satraps and to the governors of the province Beyond the River; and they supported the people and the house of God. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd they delivered the king's decree to the king's princes and to the governors on this side the River; and they showed respect to the people and to the house of God. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And they gave the decree of the King to the King’s Captain, and to the Governors of the Crossing of the River, and they were honoring the people and the household of God. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And they delivered the king's commissions unto the king's satraps, and to the governors beyond the River; and they furthered the people and the house of God. Brenton Septuagint Translation And they gave the king's mandate to the king's lieutenants, and the governors beyond the river: and they honoured the people and the house of God. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Arrival in Jerusalem…35Then the exiles who had returned from captivity sacrificed burnt offerings to the God of Israel: 12 bulls for all Israel, 96 rams, 77 lambs, and a sin offering of 12 male goats. All this was a burnt offering to the LORD. 36They also delivered the king’s edicts to the royal satraps and governors of the region west of the Euphrates, who proceeded to assist the people and the house of God. Cross References They also delivered the king’s edicts Esther 8:10 Mordecai wrote in the name of King Xerxes and sealed it with the royal signet ring. He sent the documents by mounted couriers riding on swift horses bred from the royal mares. 2 Chronicles 30:6 At the command of the king, the couriers went throughout Israel and Judah with letters from the king and his officials, which read: “Children of Israel, return to the LORD, the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Israel, so that He may return to those of you who remain, who have escaped the grasp of the kings of Assyria. Ezra 7:25-26 And you, Ezra, according to the wisdom of your God, which you possess, are to appoint magistrates and judges to judge all the people west of the Euphrates—all who know the laws of your God. And you are to teach these laws to anyone who does not know them. / If anyone does not keep the law of your God and the law of the king, let a strict judgment be executed against him, whether death, banishment, confiscation of property, or imprisonment. to the royal satraps and governors Esther 8:9 At once the royal scribes were summoned, and on the twenty-third day of the third month (the month of Sivan), they recorded all of Mordecai’s orders to the Jews and to the satraps, governors, and princes of the 127 provinces from India to Cush—writing to each province in its own script, to every people in their own language, and to the Jews in their own script and language. Daniel 3:2-3 Then King Nebuchadnezzar sent word to assemble the satraps, prefects, governors, advisers, treasurers, judges, magistrates, and all the other officials of the provinces to attend the dedication of the statue he had set up. / So the satraps, prefects, governors, advisers, treasurers, judges, magistrates, and all the rulers of the provinces assembled for the dedication of the statue that King Nebuchadnezzar had set up, and they stood before it. Daniel 6:1-2 Now it pleased Darius to appoint 120 satraps to rule throughout the kingdom, / and over them three administrators, including Daniel, to whom these satraps were accountable so that the king would not suffer loss. of the region west of the Euphrates, Ezra 4:11 (This is the text of the letter they sent to him.) To King Artaxerxes, From your servants, the men west of the Euphrates: Ezra 5:3 At that time Tattenai the governor of the region west of the Euphrates, Shethar-bozenai, and their associates went to the Jews and asked, “Who authorized you to rebuild this temple and restore this structure?” Nehemiah 2:7 I also said to him, “If it pleases the king, may letters be given to me for the governors west of the Euphrates, so that they will grant me safe passage until I reach Judah. who proceeded to assist the people Esther 9:3-5 And all the officials of the provinces, the satraps, the governors, and the king’s administrators helped the Jews, because the fear of Mordecai had fallen upon them. / For Mordecai exercised great power in the palace, and his fame spread throughout the provinces as he became more and more powerful. / The Jews put all their enemies to the sword, killing and destroying them, and they did as they pleased to those who hated them. Ezra 1:4-6 And let every survivor, wherever he lives, be assisted by the men of that region with silver, gold, goods, and livestock, along with a freewill offering for the house of God in Jerusalem.’” / So the family heads of Judah and Benjamin, along with the priests and Levites—everyone whose spirit God had stirred—prepared to go up and rebuild the house of the LORD in Jerusalem. / And all their neighbors supported them with articles of silver and gold, with goods and livestock, and with valuables, in addition to all their freewill offerings. and the house of God. 2 Chronicles 36:22-23 In the first year of Cyrus king of Persia, to fulfill the word of the LORD spoken through Jeremiah, the LORD stirred the spirit of Cyrus king of Persia to send a proclamation throughout his kingdom and to put it in writing as follows: / “This is what Cyrus king of Persia says: ‘The LORD, the God of heaven, who has given me all the kingdoms of the earth, has appointed me to build a house for Him at Jerusalem in Judah. Whoever among you belongs to His people, may the LORD his God be with him, and may he go up.’” Ezra 6:8-12 I hereby decree what you must do for these elders of the Jews who are rebuilding this house of God: The cost is to be paid in full to these men from the royal treasury out of the taxes of the provinces west of the Euphrates, so that the work will not be hindered. / Whatever is needed—young bulls, rams, and lambs for burnt offerings to the God of heaven, as well as wheat, salt, wine, and oil, as requested by the priests in Jerusalem—must be given to them daily without fail. / Then they will be able to offer sacrifices of a sweet aroma to the God of heaven and to pray for the lives of the king and his sons. … Nehemiah 2:9 Then I went to the governors west of the Euphrates and gave them the king’s letters. The king had also sent army officers and cavalry with me. Daniel 6:25-28 Then King Darius wrote to the people of every nation and language throughout the land: “May your prosperity abound. / I hereby decree that in every part of my kingdom, men are to tremble in fear before the God of Daniel: For He is the living God, and He endures forever; His kingdom will never be destroyed, and His dominion will never end. / He delivers and rescues; He performs signs and wonders in the heavens and on the earth, for He has rescued Daniel from the power of the lions.” … 1 Kings 9:19-23 as well as all the store cities that Solomon had for his chariots and horses—whatever he desired to build in Jerusalem, Lebanon, and throughout the land of his dominion. / As for all the people who remained of the Amorites, Hittites, Perizzites, Hivites, and Jebusites (the people who were not Israelites)— / their descendants who remained in the land, those whom the Israelites were unable to devote to destruction—Solomon conscripted these people to be forced laborers, as they are to this day. … Treasury of Scripture And they delivered the king's commissions to the king's lieutenants, and to the governors on this side the river: and they furthered the people, and the house of God. the king's commissions Ezra 7:21-24 And I, even I Artaxerxes the king, do make a decree to all the treasurers which are beyond the river, that whatsoever Ezra the priest, the scribe of the law of the God of heaven, shall require of you, it be done speedily, … lieutenants Ezra 4:7 And in the days of Artaxerxes wrote Bishlam, Mithredath, Tabeel, and the rest of their companions, unto Artaxerxes king of Persia; and the writing of the letter was written in the Syrian tongue, and interpreted in the Syrian tongue. Ezra 5:6 The copy of the letter that Tatnai, governor on this side the river, and Shetharboznai, and his companions the Apharsachites, which were on this side the river, sent unto Darius the king: they furthered Ezra 6:13 Then Tatnai, governor on this side the river, Shetharboznai, and their companions, according to that which Darius the king had sent, so they did speedily. Isaiah 56:6,7 Also the sons of the stranger, that join themselves to the LORD, to serve him, and to love the name of the LORD, to be his servants, every one that keepeth the sabbath from polluting it, and taketh hold of my covenant; … Acts 18:27 And when he was disposed to pass into Achaia, the brethren wrote, exhorting the disciples to receive him: who, when he was come, helped them much which had believed through grace: Jump to Previous Aided Captains Delivered Furthered Governors Help House King's Lieutenants Orders Province Provinces River Royal Rulers Satraps Side Supported Trans-EuphratesJump to Next Aided Captains Delivered Furthered Governors Help House King's Lieutenants Orders Province Provinces River Royal Rulers Satraps Side Supported Trans-EuphratesEzra 8 1. The companions of Ezra, who returned from Babylon15. He sends to Iddo for ministers for the temple 21. He keeps a fast 24. He commits the treasures to the custody of the priests 31. From Ahava they come to Jerusalem 33. The treasure is weighed in the temple 36. The commission is delivered They also delivered the king’s edicts The delivery of the king's edicts signifies the authority and support of the Persian Empire for the Jewish returnees. These edicts were decrees issued by King Artaxerxes, reflecting the political climate of the time where Persian rulers often allowed subject peoples to maintain their religious practices. This aligns with the broader biblical narrative of God using foreign rulers to accomplish His purposes, as seen with Cyrus in Isaiah 45:1. to the royal satraps and governors of the region west of the Euphrates who proceeded to assist the people and the house of God Persons / Places / Events 1. EzraA scribe and priest who led a group of exiles from Babylon back to Jerusalem. He was instrumental in re-establishing the Law of Moses among the people. 2. The King's Edicts These were decrees issued by the Persian king, likely Artaxerxes, granting Ezra and the returning exiles the authority and resources needed for their journey and the rebuilding efforts in Jerusalem. 3. Royal Satraps and Governors These were regional officials of the Persian Empire who were responsible for implementing the king's orders in their respective territories. 4. Region West of the Euphrates This refers to the area of the Persian Empire that included the land of Israel, indicating the geographical scope of the king's edicts. 5. The House of God Refers to the temple in Jerusalem, which was central to the religious life of the Jewish people and the focus of their restoration efforts. Teaching Points God's Sovereignty in Secular AuthorityGod can use secular authorities to accomplish His purposes, as seen in the cooperation of the Persian officials with Ezra. Believers should trust in God's sovereignty over all rulers and authorities. The Importance of Obedience to God's Commands Ezra's mission was to restore the Law of Moses among the people. This highlights the importance of obedience to God's Word in our lives. Community Support in God's Work The assistance from the satraps and governors underscores the importance of community and support in fulfilling God's work. Believers should seek and offer support within their communities. Faithfulness in Leadership Ezra's leadership and faithfulness to God's call serve as a model for Christian leaders today. Leaders should be committed to God's mission and lead with integrity. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Ezra 8:36?2. How does Ezra 8:36 demonstrate God's provision through governmental authorities? 3. What role did the king's edicts play in fulfilling God's plan in Ezra 8:36? 4. How can we trust God's sovereignty in governmental decisions, as seen in Ezra 8:36? 5. In what ways can we support our leaders to align with God's purposes today? 6. How does Ezra 8:36 encourage us to seek God's favor in secular matters? 7. How does Ezra 8:36 demonstrate God's sovereignty over foreign kings and authorities? 8. What role do decrees in Ezra 8:36 play in fulfilling God's promises to Israel? 9. How does Ezra 8:36 reflect the relationship between divine providence and human governance? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Ezra 8? 11. How do claims in Ezekiel 36 about Israel's future prosperity reconcile with other biblical passages that predict ongoing hardship for the same people? 12. What are the key themes in the Book of Ezra? 13. Ezra 8:21-23 portrays a successful journey relying solely on divine protection; is there historical or archaeological evidence of such a safe passage without royal guards? 14. (Ezra 5:3) Is there any independent archaeological or historical evidence confirming Tattenai's governorship and actions described here? What Does Ezra 8:36 Mean They also delivered the king’s edicts• Upon arriving in Jerusalem, Ezra’s delegation presents the written decrees of King Artaxerxes (Ezra 7:11–26). • These edicts legally authorize the temple’s restoration, the collection of offerings, and the appointment of judges—removing any excuse for local opposition (cf. Esther 8:13; Daniel 6:8). • The handing over of the documents honors Romans 13:1—recognizing governing authority—while still advancing God’s purposes. to the royal satraps and governors • “Satraps” and “governors” are Persia’s provincial officials; by placing the royal orders directly in their hands, Ezra ensures immediate compliance (Ezra 5:3; 6:6). • God uses earthly structures to support His work, echoing Joseph’s influence in Egypt (Genesis 41:40) and Daniel’s in Babylon (Daniel 2:48). • Practical takeaway: faithfulness includes respectful engagement with civic leaders when it furthers the mission of God’s people. of the region west of the Euphrates • This phrase pinpoints the area later called “Trans-Euphrates,” covering Judah and neighboring provinces (Isaiah 7:20). • Historically prone to opposition—earlier officials halted temple work (Ezra 4:17-24)—this region now becomes the stage for God’s reversal. • The shift underscores Proverbs 21:1: “The king’s heart is in the hand of the LORD; He directs it like a watercourse wherever He wishes.” who proceeded to assist the people • Instead of resistance, the officials “assist,” literally giving active help (Nehemiah 2:7-9). • Their aid may include protection, supplies, and enforcement of Artaxerxes’ tax exemptions (Ezra 7:20-24). • God’s favor turns potential enemies into supporters, illustrating Psalm 23:5—He prepares a table “in the presence of my enemies.” and the house of God. • The ultimate beneficiary is the temple—the visible center of worship restored since Ezra 6:15. • Assistance for the “house of God” fulfills earlier prophetic promises (Haggai 2:7-9; Zechariah 8:9). • Every earthly resource funnels toward honoring the Lord, mirroring 1 Chronicles 29:14: “Everything comes from You, and we have given You only what comes from Your hand.” summary Ezra 8:36 shows God orchestrating political power for His redemptive plan. By delivering royal decrees to regional leaders, Ezra secures official backing that transforms former opposition into tangible support. The passage celebrates God’s sovereignty over governments, His faithfulness to provide for His people, and His unwavering commitment to advance true worship at His house. (36) And they delivered the king's commissions.--First came sacrifices of burnt offering to God (Ezra 8:35); then, having rendered to God the things which were God's, they render to Caesar the things of Caesar. They delivered the king's commission, or firman, to the lieutenants or satraps in military authority, and to the governors, or pechahs, or pashas, in civil authority under them. The firman was of course accepted and acted upon: "they furthered the people."Verse 36. - And they delivered the king's commissions. Parts of Ezra's firman concerned vitally the other provincial governors, and had of necessity to be communicated to them. Such were the provisoes concerning Ezra's power of drawing upon the provincial treasuries for corn, wine, oil, salt, and money (Ezra 7:22, 23), and concerning the exemption of all ranks of the Jewish sacred order from taxation of any kind whatsoever (ibid. ver. 24). Unto the king's lieutenants, and to the governors. The word translated "lieutenants" is that which corresponds to the Persian term "satrap," and designates the highest class of the Persian provincial governors. That translated "governor" is the term which has been already applied by Ezra to Tatnai (Ezra 5:3, 4) and Zerubbabel (Ezra 6:7). It denotes a lower grade of official. They furthered the people. The satraps and lower officials, on being made acquainted with the king's wishes, readily complied with them, and became supporters and favourers of the Jewish people.
Hebrew They also deliveredוַֽיִּתְּנ֣וּ ׀ (way·yit·tə·nū) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine plural Strong's 5414: To give, put, set the king’s הַמֶּ֗לֶךְ (ham·me·leḵ) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 4428: A king edicts דָּתֵ֣י (dā·ṯê) Noun - feminine plural construct Strong's 1881: A royal edict, statute to the royal הַמֶּ֔לֶךְ (ham·me·leḵ) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 4428: A king satraps לַאֲחַשְׁדַּרְפְּנֵי֙ (la·’ă·ḥaš·dar·pə·nê) Preposition-l | Noun - masculine plural construct Strong's 323: A satrap, governor, of a, main province and governors וּפַחֲו֖וֹת (ū·p̄a·ḥă·wō·wṯ) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine plural Strong's 6346: A governor of the region west עֵ֣בֶר (‘ê·ḇer) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 5676: A region across, on the opposite side of the Euphrates, הַנָּהָ֑ר (han·nā·hār) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 5104: A stream, prosperity who proceeded to assist וְנִשְּׂא֥וּ (wə·niś·śə·’ū) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Piel - Conjunctive perfect - third person common plural Strong's 5375: To lift, carry, take the people הָעָ֖ם (hā·‘ām) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 5971: A people, a tribe, troops, attendants, a flock and the house בֵּֽית־ (bêṯ-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 1004: A house of God. הָאֱלֹהִֽים׃ (hā·’ĕ·lō·hîm) Article | Noun - masculine plural Strong's 430: gods -- the supreme God, magistrates, a superlative Links Ezra 8:36 NIVEzra 8:36 NLT Ezra 8:36 ESV Ezra 8:36 NASB Ezra 8:36 KJV Ezra 8:36 BibleApps.com Ezra 8:36 Biblia Paralela Ezra 8:36 Chinese Bible Ezra 8:36 French Bible Ezra 8:36 Catholic Bible OT History: Ezra 8:36 They delivered the king's commissions to (Ezr. Ez) |
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