We have trespassed against our God, and have taken strange wives of the people of the land. 10:2
Trivia: Why did Ezra pull out the hairs on his head and beard?
We have trespassed against our God, and have taken strange wives of the people of the land. 10:2
Trivia: Why did Ezra pull out the hairs on his head and beard?
"Also we certify you, that touching any of the priests and Levites, singers, porters, Nethinims, or ministers of this house of God, it shall not be lawful to impose toll, tribute, or custom, upon them." 7:24
David Barton at Glenn Beck's "University" says that this verse is the basis for the American Founding Fathers' decision not to tax churches.
