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Artaxerxes, king of kings, to Ezra the priest, the scribe of the law of the God of heaven, perfect and so forth.
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A King's Grand Title
Commentators explain that "king of kings" was the official, formal title for Persian monarchs like Artaxerxes. It wasn't just empty boasting but reflected the vastness of his empire. This highlights the immense secular authority of the king whom God was using to restore His people and His law.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
The title, “king of kings,” is assumed by almost all the Persian monarchs in their inscriptions.
Perfect peace - “Peace” is not in th…
19th Century
Anglican
Credentials and commission of Ezra. After the general statement, the particulars are given, beginning with the letter of authorization, in which we…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
Artaxerxes, king of kings Having many kings and kingdoms subject and tributary to him; for this was not merely a proud ha…
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