Let every one with his servant lodge within Jerusalem, that in the night they may be a guard to us, and labour on the day.

Nehemiah proposed, for the safety of the city and its walls, that for the present they would lodge in Jerusalem.

Each man with his servant shall spend the night within Jerusalem, so that they may be a guard for us by night and a laborer by day. Coffman's Commentaries on... · Smith's Bible Commentary

Verse 22 emphasizes the importance of maintaining security while continuing work, reflecting a prudent approach amidst opposition. Nehemiah instructs the people ...

David Guzik commentary on Nehemiah 4 describes how Sanballat and Tobiah try to stop the work on the wall, and Nehemiah plans the defense.

Verse 22 & 23: Perseverance to the end. God's people decided to stay alert. They were always ready to respond. This is hard work! This is where ...

NLT I also told everyone living outside the walls to stay in Jerusalem. That way they and their servants could help with guard duty at night and work during the ...

22. The strength of a city lies more in its hands than in its walls; secure them, and God's blessing upon them, and be secure. 5. Nehemiah himself, and all ...

The people's determination and commitment to not neglect the house of God amidst adversity is a testament to their faith and devotion to God.

Nehemiah 4:22 Meaning and Commentary ... That were at work upon the wall: let everyone with his servant lodge within Jerusalem; every builder had a servant, or a ...