the point of view of the Samaritans. However, the Chronicler’s interpretation of those difficulties was quite different.11 6. While Sanballat was probably still alive in 408 B.C., he was no longer active, since the Elephantine request was addressed to his sons. Bigvai and Delaiah replied in a joint memorandum12 which does not mention Sanballat. All signs point to a date around 400 B.C. for the completion of the main work of the Chronicler. There is no evidence that demands a later date.13 To judge