Although the Persians were very tolerant of local government and religion, taxation was severe and could be paid only in precious metals. — Compare Nehemiah 5: 1 - 5, 15; 9: 36, 37; 13: 15, 16, 20.
Ehkki pärslased suhtusid väga sallivalt kohalikku valitsusse ja religiooni, olid maksukoormised rängad ja makse sai maksta vaid väärismetallis. ( Võrdle Nehemja 5: 1 — 5, 15; 9: 36, 37; 13: 15, 16, 20.)