3 Some rebels have taken control of my ancestors' kingdom. I want it back so I can make it a great kingdom again. I have hired a large army and navy,
4 and I am ready to land on the coast. I am going to punish everyone who has destroyed my country and ruined so many of its towns.
5 I will follow the example of other kings and excuse you from paying some taxes and fees.
6 I will let you make your own coins
7 and allow you to keep all of the weapons and fortresses you have built. As of today, I will remove all soldiers from Jerusalem and its temple,
8 and you won't be required to repay money you owe the king.
9 As soon as I get my kingdom back, I will make you and your temple prosperous and famous. Then the whole world will know how outstanding you are.