Ezra 2:69

They gaue after their abilitie, vnto the treasure of the worke, threescore and one thousand drammes of golde, and fiue thousand pound of siluer, and one hundred priests garments. Ezra 2:69 (KJV)

The passage quoted above is not found in the Book of Ezra. Ezra contains only ten chapters, and its narrative concludes at chapter 2 verse 68; no verse records such donations. The statement that this quotation appears as Ezra 2:69 in the King James Version therefore does not correspond to the actual canonical text of Ezra.

The book of Ezra primarily focuses on the return of the Israelites from Babylonian exile and the rebuilding of the temple in Jerusalem. Its historical account details the challenges faced by the returning community, the organization of the priestly families, and the restoration of worship under the leadership of Zerubbabel, Jeshua, and the prophets Haggai and Zechariah. Throughout its ten chapters the emphasis remains on covenant renewal, the re‑establishment of the temple service, and the spiritual renewal of the people rather than on specific monetary contributions.

Nevertheless, the quoted wording describes a generous offering: “threescore and one thousand drams of gold, and five thousand pound of silver, and one hundred priests’ garments.” While the amounts and items are clearly articulated, the text itself does not appear in the canonical Ezra narrative. The description reflects a detailed accounting of contributions that one might expect in a record of temple finances, yet such a record is absent from the extant verses of Ezra.

The discrepancy highlights the importance of careful verification of scriptural citations. When a verse is cited that does not exist in the accepted canon, readers are reminded to consult reliable biblical resources and critical editions of the text. Understanding the actual scope and content of Ezra helps maintain accurate study and prevents the propagation of non‑canonical material presented as scripture.