16. Instead, I devoted myself to the construction of the wall, and all my subordinates were gathered there for the work. We didn’t buy any land.
17. There were 150 Jews and officials, as well as guests from the surrounding nations at my table.
18. Each day, one ox, six choice sheep, and some fowl were prepared for me. An abundance of all kinds of wine was provided every 10 days. But I didn’t demand the food allotted to the governor, because the burden on the people was so heavy.
19. Remember me favorably, my God, for all that I have done for this people.