7:13 I have now issued a decree 1 that anyone in my kingdom from the people of Israel – even the priests and Levites – who wishes to do so may go up with you to Jerusalem. 2 7:14 You are authorized 3 by the king and his seven advisers to inquire concerning Judah and Jerusalem, according to the law of your God which is in your possession, 4 7:15 and to bring silver and gold which the king and his advisers have freely contributed to the God of Israel, who resides in Jerusalem,
1 tnHeb “from me is placed a decree.” So also in v. 21.
2 map For location see Map5-B1; Map6-F3; Map7-E2; Map8-F2; Map10-B3; JP1-F4; JP2-F4; JP3-F4; JP4-F4.