TSK · Ezra 4:13

Powerful kings have been over Jerusalem who ruled throughout the entire Trans-Euphrates and who were the beneficiaries of tribute, custom, and toll.

Then there were those who said,“We have borrowed money to pay our taxes to the king on our fields and our vineyards.

Arrogant people smear my reputation with lies, but I observe your precepts with all my heart.

He said,“Yes.” When Peter came into the house, Jesus spoke to him first,“What do you think, Simon? From whom do earthly kings collect tolls or taxes– from their sons or from foreigners?”