The following paper critically analyses the verses from the Bible: An Exegesis of Ezra 4:1-5
according to textual, grammatical,
literary, historical, form and
redaction aspects.The author contends that every attempt to revive true religion will stir up the opposition of Satan, and of those in whom he works.
According to this author Ezra 4:1-5 was a distinct illustration of this theory.