God's Word Translation

Ezra 6:1-4 God's Word Translation (GW)

1. Then King Darius gave the order to search the library where the archives were stored in Babylon.

2. A scroll was found in the palace of Ecbatana, which is in the province of Media. This was written on it:MEMORANDUM

3. Date: Cyrus’ first year as kingFrom: King CyrusSubject: God’s temple in JerusalemThe temple should be rebuilt as a place to offer sacrifices. Its foundation should be laid. It should be 90 feet high and 90 feet wide

4. with three rows of large stones and a row of wood. The king’s palace will pay for it.