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An Extraordinary Exemption
Commentators emphasize the extraordinary nature of this decree. King Artaxerxes exempted all temple personnel—from priests to the lowest servants—from all forms of taxation. Scholars like John Gill suggest the purpose was to free them from worldly burdens so they could dedicate themselves fully to divine service. Albert Barnes notes this decree was more favorable to the Jews than those of previous Persian monarchs.
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Albert Barnes
On Ezra 7:24
18th Century
Theologian
The decree of Artaxerxes was more favorable to the Jews than those of all previous Persian monarchs. We hear of a similar exemption of ecclesiastic…
Charles Ellicott
On Ezra 7:11–26
19th Century
Bishop
Credentials and commission of Ezra. After the general statement, the particulars are given, beginning with the letter of authorization, in which we…
John Gill
On Ezra 7:24
17th Century
Pastor
Also we certify you, that touching any of the priests and
Levites, singers, porters, Nethinims, or minis…
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Matthew Henry
On Ezra 7:11–26
17th Century
Minister
The generosity of Gentile kings in supporting the worship of God rebuked the conduct of many kings of Judah, and will rise up in judgment against t…