Ezra 8:36

And they delivered the king’s commissions unto the king’s lieutenants, and to the governors on this side the river: and they furthered the people, and the house of God.

Cross-references

Ezra 4:7-23 describes opposition and a decree halting temple work — here a later decree ensures support, a reversal.

Ezra 6:13 Parallel

Ezra 6:13 describes Tattenai diligently carrying out Darius's decree — here the governors assist under Artaxerxes' orders, a parallel obedience.

Ezra 7:21–24 Historical context

Ezra 7:21-24 contains Artaxerxes' decree authorizing temple supplies — here those orders are delivered and enacted by the governors.

Ezra 5:6–17 Historical context

Ezra 5:6-17 contains a report leading to Darius's decree — here Artaxerxes' orders are delivered, a later stage in the process.

Esther 9:3 Related theme

Esther 9:3 similarly has Persian satraps and governors supporting the Jews (through fear of Mordecai)—mirroring the royal support in Ezra.