(16) The rest that did the work, that is, afterwards. The caution of this procedure is justified by subsequent events: the city teemed with elements of danger.

Nehemiah made a secret survey himself so that he would know exactly how much work was to be done and the amount of materials that would be required.

As Nehemiah mobilizes the people for their monumental task, he reminds them that overcoming despair requires a united spirit grounded in faith and purpose.

What does Nehemiah 2:16 mean? Read commentary on this popular Bible verse and understand the real meaning behind God's Word using John Gill's Exposition of ...

18 окт. 2024 г. · Nehemiah 2:16 teaches us the importance of waiting for God's timing, using wisdom, and carefully preparing before acting. Nehemiah's example ...

16 The city officials did not know I had been out there or what I was doing, for I had not yet said anything to anyone about my plans. I had not yet spoken to ...

Nehemiah was the king's cupbearer – a significant position in any ancient royal court. The cupbearer was a personal bodyguard to the king.

The city officials did not know I had been out there or what I was doing, for I had not yet said anything to anyone about my plans. I had not yet spoken to the ...

Verse 16. - The rulers. On Nehemiah's arrival at Jerusalem he found no single individual exercising authority, but a number of persons, a sort of town-council, ...