Whatever seems good to you and your colleagues to do with the remaining silver and gold, do it according to the will of your God. This second open-ended authorization grants Ezra and his colleagues complete discretion over any remaining resources, demonstrating remarkable trust in their wisdom and religious judgment. The phrase "according to the will of your God" suggests that Artaxerxes recognized the ultimate authority of God over Jewish affairs and was content to entrust his resources to those who claimed to understand God\'s will. This verse demonstrates that God can work through secular authorities who grant genuine autonomy to religious leaders, and that those who serve God with integrity may receive comprehensive support.

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