16
The letter written to the Jews by Lysias was to this effect: "Lysias to the people of the Jews, greeting.
17
John and Absalom, who were sent by you, have delivered your signed communication and have asked about the matters indicated therein.
18
I have informed the king of everything that needed to be brought before him, and he has agreed to what was possible.
19
If you will maintain your good will toward the government, I will endeavor for the future to help promote your welfare.
20
And concerning these matters and their details, I have ordered these men and my representatives to confer with you.
Revised Standard Version of the Bible, copyright 1952 [2nd edition, 1971] by the Division of Christian Education of the National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America. Used by permission. All rights reserved.