Ezra 4:22
Ezra 4:22 New American Standard Bible - NASB 1995 (NASB1995)
Beware of being negligent in carrying out this matter; why should damage increase to the detriment of the kings?”
Ezra 4:17-22 The Message (MSG)
The king sent his reply to Rehum the commanding officer, Shimshai the secretary, and the rest of their associates who lived in Samaria and other places beyond the Euphrates. Peace be with you. The letter that you sent has been translated and read to me. I gave orders to search the records, and sure enough it turns out that this city has revolted against kings time and again—rebellion is an old story there. I find that they’ve had their share of strong kings who have taken over beyond the Euphrates and exacted taxes, tribute, and duty. So do this: Order these men to stop work immediately—not a lick of rebuilding in that city unless I order it. Act quickly and firmly; they’ve done enough damage to kings!
Ezra 4:22 King James Version (KJV)
Take heed now that ye fail not to do this: why should damage grow to the hurt of the kings?
Ezra 4:22 New Century Version (NCV)
Make sure you do this, because if they continue, it will hurt the government.
Ezra 4:22 American Standard Version (ASV)
And take heed that ye be not slack herein: why should damage grow to the hurt of the kings?
Ezra 4:22 New International Version (NIV)
Be careful not to neglect this matter. Why let this threat grow, to the detriment of the royal interests?
Ezra 4:22 New King James Version (NKJV)
Take heed now that you do not fail to do this. Why should damage increase to the hurt of the kings?
Ezra 4:22 Amplified Bible (AMP)
Beware of being negligent in carrying out this matter. Why should damage increase to the detriment of the kings?”