20. There have been mighty melachim also over Yerushalayim, which have ruled over all territory Beyondthe-River [Euphrates], to whom tax, tribute, and duty were paid.
21. Give ye now ta'am (command) to cause these men to cease, and that this city be not built, until another ta'am shall be given from me.
22. Take heed now that ye fail not to do this; lamah (why) should damage grow to the hurt of the Melech?