re.ut denotes what is deemed desirable or acceptable for a king or for God in a stated matter.

The attested use concerns what is considered desirable or acceptable in a decision: a king's determination regarding an inquiry in Ezra 5:17 and what Ezra and his companions may do before God in Ezra 7:18.

1. What is judged desirable in a decision · dominant

   In Ezra 5:17, the construct feminine singular noun occurs in the request that the king's determination concerning the matter be sent; the APB renders the verse with “if it seems good to the king” and “the will of the king.” In Ezra 7:18, the same form frames what Ezra and his brothers may do with the remaining silver and gold; the APB renders the clause “Whatever seems good to you and to your brothers” and “the will of your God.”

   Ezra 5:17Ezra 7:18

In the Anselm Project Bible: The APB presents the relevant clauses with “seems good” and “will” in both verses. These phrases indicate the clauses' overall presentation rather than a fixed English equivalent.