Ezra 10:4 - Exposition

This matter belongeth unto thee. Ezra's commission was to "let judgment be executed on those who would not do the law of God" ( Ezra 7:26 ), and so to constrain them to obedience. It was therefore his place to inquire into the serious matter brought before him, and set it right. We will be with thee . We, the "very great congregation" which had gathered around Ezra, and of whom Shechaniah was the spokesman, undertake to be with thee, and support thee, in the steps which thou takest in this matter. Only be of good courage, and act.