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Ezra had such a great understanding that he left out nothing from the Law that came from the Lord or the commandments, but he taught Israel all the regulations and decisions.
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The following is a copy of the written decree from King Artaxerxes that he gave to Ezra the priest and reader of the Law from the Lord:
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King Artaxerxes to Ezra the priest and reader of the Law from the Lord. Greetings.
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In accordance with my humane policies, I have given orders that those who are mindful of the Judean people and of the priests, Levites, and others in our kingdom, those who wish to do so, may accompany you to Jerusalem.
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Therefore, let all who wish to do so join with you, just as I and my seven advisors have agreed,