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We asked them their names also, to inform you that we might write the names of the men who were at the head of them.
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A Formal Inquiry
Commentators explain that Tatnai's request for the leaders' names was a formal, administrative act. He was gathering specific information for his official report to King Darius, ensuring that the men in charge could be clearly identified and held accountable for the rebuilding project.
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19th Century
Anglican
Tatnai’s appeal to Darius.
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
We asked their names also The names of the elders, those that set men about this work:
to certify…
Presbyterian
While employed in God's work, we are under his special protection; his eye is upon us for good. This should keep us to our duty and encourage us in…
