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<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><head><meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=utf-8" /><meta name="viewport" content="width=device-width; initial-scale=1.0;"/><title>Topical Bible: King Artaxerxes</title><link rel="canonical" href="https://biblehub.com/topical/k/king_artaxerxes.htm" /><link rel="stylesheet" href="/newtopical.css" type="text/css" media="Screen" /><link rel="stylesheet" href="/print.css" type="text/css" media="Print" /><script type="application/javascript" src="https://scripts.webcontentassessor.com/scripts/8a2459b64f9cac8122fc7f2eac4409c8555fac9383016db59c4c26e3d5b8b157"></script><script src='https://qd.admetricspro.com/js/biblehub/biblehub-layout-loader-revcatch.js'></script><script id='HyDgbd_1s' src='https://prebidads.revcatch.com/ads.js' type='text/javascript' async></script><script>(function(w,d,b,s,i){var cts=d.createElement(s);cts.async=true;cts.id='catchscript'; cts.dataset.appid=i;cts.src='https://app.protectsubrev.com/catch_rp.js?cb='+Math.random(); document.head.appendChild(cts); }) (window,document,'head','script','rc-anksrH');</script></head> <script async src="https://www.googletagmanager.com/gtag/js?id=G-LR4HSKRP2H"></script> <script> window.dataLayer = window.dataLayer || []; function gtag(){dataLayer.push(arguments);} gtag('js', new Date()); gtag('config', 'G-LR4HSKRP2H'); </script><body><div id="fx"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" id="fx2"><tr><td><iframe width="100%" height="30" scrolling="no" src="/topical/vmenus/ezra/4-7.htm" align="left" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div><div id="blnk"></div><div align="center"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" class="maintable"><tr><td><div id="fx5"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" id="fx6"><tr><td><iframe width="100%" height="245" scrolling="no" src="//biblehu.com/bmcde/k/king.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div></td></tr></table></div><div align="center"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" class="maintable3"><tr><td><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center" id="announce"><tr><td><div id="l1"><div id="breadcrumbs"><a href="/">Bible</a> > <a href="/topical/">Topical</a> > King Artaxerxes</div><div id="anc"><iframe src="/anc.htm" width="100%" height="27" scrolling="no" frameborder="0"></iframe></div><div id="anc2"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center"><tr><td><iframe src="/anc2.htm" width="100%" height="27" scrolling="no" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div></div></td></tr></table><div id="movebox2"><table border="0" align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><tr><td><div id="topheading"><a href="/topical/k/king_aretas_iv.htm" title="King Aretas IV">◄</a> King Artaxerxes <a href="/topical/k/king_artaxerxes'_response.htm" title="King Artaxerxes' Response">►</a></div></td></tr></table></div><div align="center" class="maintable2"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center"><tr><td><div id="topverse">Jump to: <a href="#sub" title="Subtopics">Subtopics</a> • <a href="#rel" title="Related Terms">Terms</a></div><div id="leftbox"><div class="padleft"><a name="te" id="te"></a><div class="vheading2">Topical Encyclopedia</div>Artaxerxes is a name associated with several Persian kings mentioned in the Bible, most notably Artaxerxes I, who reigned from 465 to 424 BC. He is a significant figure in the post-exilic period of Israel's history, particularly in the books of Ezra and Nehemiah. Artaxerxes I is known for his interactions with Jewish leaders and his role in the restoration of Jerusalem and the Jewish community after the Babylonian exile.<br><br><b>Artaxerxes I in the Book of Ezra</b><br><br>Artaxerxes I is first mentioned in the book of Ezra, where he is depicted as a king who showed favor to the Jewish people. In <a href="/ezra/4-7.htm">Ezra 4:7-23</a>, adversaries of Judah and Benjamin wrote a letter to Artaxerxes, accusing the Jews of rebuilding the rebellious and wicked city of Jerusalem. The king ordered a halt to the construction until further notice, demonstrating his initial caution regarding the rebuilding efforts.<br><br>However, Artaxerxes later issued a decree that allowed Ezra, a scribe and priest, to lead a group of exiles back to Jerusalem. In <a href="/ezra/7-11.htm">Ezra 7:11-26</a>, Artaxerxes provided Ezra with a letter granting him authority to appoint magistrates and judges, to teach the Law of God, and to ensure the proper worship in the temple. The king's decree also included provisions for the temple's needs, showcasing his support for the Jewish religion and its practices.<br><br><b>Artaxerxes I in the Book of Nehemiah</b><br><br>The book of Nehemiah further highlights Artaxerxes' role in the restoration of Jerusalem. Nehemiah, a cupbearer to the king, received permission from Artaxerxes to return to Jerusalem to rebuild the city's walls. <a href="/nehemiah/2.htm">Nehemiah 2:1-8</a> records Nehemiah's request and the king's favorable response, including letters of safe passage and resources for the construction. Artaxerxes' support was crucial for the successful rebuilding of the walls, which was completed in a remarkable 52 days (<a href="/nehemiah/6-15.htm">Nehemiah 6:15</a>).<br><br>Artaxerxes' actions in the books of Ezra and Nehemiah illustrate his complex relationship with the Jewish people. While initially cautious, he ultimately became a benefactor of the Jewish community, facilitating their religious and civic restoration. His decrees and support were instrumental in the re-establishment of Jerusalem as a fortified city and a center of Jewish life and worship.<br><br><b>Artaxerxes in Historical Context</b><br><br>Artaxerxes I reigned during a period of relative stability in the Persian Empire. His policies towards the Jews can be seen as part of a broader strategy of maintaining control over the empire's diverse populations by allowing a degree of religious and cultural autonomy. This approach helped to secure loyalty among the subjugated peoples, including the Jews, who were allowed to return to their homeland and rebuild their temple and city.<br><br>The historical Artaxerxes I is often identified with the "Artaxerxes" mentioned in the Elephantine Papyri, a collection of ancient Jewish documents from Egypt. These documents provide additional context for understanding the Persian administration's interactions with Jewish communities during this period.<br><br><b>Artaxerxes II and III</b><br><br>While Artaxerxes I is the most prominent in the biblical narrative, Artaxerxes II (reigned 404-358 BC) and Artaxerxes III (reigned 358-338 BC) are also part of the Persian dynasty. However, they are not directly mentioned in the biblical texts. Their reigns were marked by internal strife and challenges to Persian authority, contrasting with the relative peace and support for the Jewish people seen during Artaxerxes I's reign.<br><br>In summary, King Artaxerxes I played a pivotal role in the history of the Jewish people during the Persian period. His decrees and support for leaders like Ezra and Nehemiah were crucial in the restoration of Jerusalem and the re-establishment of Jewish religious practices. His reign is a testament to the complex interactions between the Persian Empire and its subject peoples, highlighting themes of restoration, providence, and divine favor in the biblical narrative.</div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="sub" id="sub"></a><div class="vheading2">Subtopics</div><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/k/king.htm">King</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/k/king_by_an_oath.htm">King by an Oath</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/k/king_by_lot.htm">King by Lot</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/k/king_by_proclamation.htm">King by Proclamation</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/k/king_of_the_jews.htm">King of the Jews</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/k/king--acts_as_judge.htm">King: Acts As Judge</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/k/king--ahasuerus.htm">King: Ahasuerus</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/k/king--baasha.htm">King: Baasha</a></p><p class="pspc"><a 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