Also we certify you, that touching any of the priests and Levites, singers, porters, Nethinims, or ministers of this house of God, it shall not be lawful to impose toll, tribute, or custom, upon them.
We also want you to know that it is not legal to make any of the priests, Levites, singers, gatekeepers, temple servants, or other workers of God's house pay taxes, tribute, or customs fees.
This verse declares that all the people who serve in God's temple are exempt from paying taxes and fees.
📚 Historical Context
In the time of Ezra, the Jewish people had returned from exile in Babylon and were working to rebuild their temple and society under the rule of the Persian Empire. King Artaxerxes issued this decree to exempt temple servants, such as priests, Levites, singers, and other ministers, from taxes and tolls, ensuring they could dedicate themselves fully to religious duties without financial burdens. This was part of a larger effort to support the restoration of worship in Jerusalem and maintain the sanctity of God's house.
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