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2 Chronicles 36:23

2 Chronicles 36:23
Thus saith Cyrus king of Persia, All the kingdoms of the earth hath the LORD God of heaven given me; and he hath charged me to build him an house in Jerusalem, which is in Judah. Who is there among you of all his people? The LORD his God be with him, and let him go up.

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Trusted original commentary from respected historical Bible scholars and theologians.

Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832

The Lord his God be with him - "Let the Word of the Lord be his helper, and let him go up." - Targum. See the notes on…

Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–17142 Chronicles 36:22-23

These last two verses of this book have a double aspect. 1. They look back to the prophecy of Jeremiah, and show how…

Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921

All the kingdoms of the earth The king of Babylon bore the title of "king of the four quarters of the world." Cyrus…