Ezra 4:20; Ezra 4:22; Ezra 7:25

Ezra 4:20

20 that mighty kings have ruled over Jerusalem, governing all the provinces beyond the River, and that tribute, custom and toll were paid to them.

Ezra 4:22

22 "Beware of being negligent in carrying out this matter; why should damage increase to the detriment of the kings?"

Ezra 7:25

25 "You, Ezra, according to the wisdom of your God which is in your hand, appoint magistrates and judges that they may judge all the people who are in the province beyond the River, even all those who know the laws of your God; and you may teach anyone who is ignorant of them.