⁹ Though we are slaves,^(A) our God has not forsaken us in our bondage. He has shown us kindness^(B) in the sight of the kings of Persia: He has granted us new life to rebuild the house of our God and repair its ruins,^(C) and he has given us a wall of protection in Judah and Jerusalem.

⁵⁰ And forgive your people, who have sinned against you; forgive all the offenses they have committed against you, and cause their captors to show them mercy;^(A)

¹¹ Lord, let your ear be attentive^(A) to the prayer of this your servant and to the prayer of your servants who delight in revering your name. Give your servant success today by granting him favor^(B) in the presence of this man.”

⁹ If you return^(A) to the Lord, then your fellow Israelites and your children will be shown compassion^(B) by their captors and will return to this land, for the Lord your God is gracious and compassionate.^(C) He will not turn his face from you if you return to him.”