A literary chiasmus focusing on a celebration in Jerusalem is present in the Apocryphal "Greek" version of this text.
One character in this book is the governor Tatnai, who is ordered to not disturb certain workers. This work's ninth chapter features news of mixed marriages, which culminates in the sending off of foreign wives and children. A literary chiasmus focusing on a celebration in Jerusalem is present in the Apocryphal "Greek" version of this text. After Zerubbabel leads a group of workers in this book, several Samaritans send a letter to Cambyses II to hinder their efforts. Joshua, exhorted by Haggai and Zechariah, orders the rebuilding of the Temple of Jerusalem, as permitted by Cyrus. For 10 points, name this Old Testament book often paired with Nehemiah.
One character in this book is the governor Tatnai, who is ordered to not disturb certain workers.
Book of {Ezra} [prompt on {Esdras} until mention of "{Greek}"]