34. Everything was counted and weighed, and the entire weight was recorded at that time.
35. The exiles who had come back from captivity sacrificed burnt offerings to the God of Israel: 12 bulls for all Israel, 96 rams, 77 lambs, and 12 male goats for an offering for sin. All of these animals were burnt offerings for the Lord.
36. The exiles delivered the king’s orders to the king’s satraps and governors ⌊in the province⌋ west of the Euphrates River. These officials then gave their support to the people and the temple of God.