1 Esdras 6:12

12 We also asked them who their leaders were and demanded a list of their names, so that we could inform you.

1 Esdras 6:12 In-Context

10 The work is being done rapidly and is moving ahead steadily; yet they are taking great care and doing their work beautifully.

11 "We then asked the leaders of the people to tell us who had given them orders to rebuild the Temple and lay the foundations for the buildings.

12 We also asked them who their leaders were and demanded a list of their names, so that we could inform you.

13 "They answered, "We are servants of the Lord who created heaven and earth.

14 This Temple was built and equipped many years ago by a very powerful king of Israel.