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Nehemiah 13:11 · KJV

"Then contended I with the rulers, and said, Why is the house of God forsaken? And I gathered them together, and set them in their place."

King James Version

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Passage Context

9Then I commanded, and they cleansed the chambers: and thither brought I again the vessels of the house of God, with the meat offering and the frankincense.
10And I perceived that the portions of the Levites had not been given them: for the Levites and the singers, that did the work, were fled every one to his field.
11Then contended I with the rulers, and said, Why is the house of God forsaken? And I gathered them together, and set them in their place.
12Then brought all Judah the tithe of the corn and the new wine and the oil unto the treasuries.
13And I made treasurers over the treasuries, Shelemiah the priest, and Zadok the scribe, and of the Levites, Pedaiah: and next to them was Hanan the son of Zaccur, the son of Mattaniah: for they were counted faithful, and their office was to distribute unto their brethren.

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you respond to neglect in your community?

2

What does it mean for you to stand up for what is right?

3

When have you felt compelled to take action in a difficult situation?

Life Application

community

Be proactive in addressing issues of neglect in your community or church.

leadership

Stand firm in your convictions, even when it is unpopular to do so.

People in This Verse

NehemiahOT

A Jewish leader and cupbearer to the king of Persia who played a crucial role in the rebuilding of Jerusalem's walls. His leadership and faith were instrumental in motivating the people.

First appearance: Nehemiah 1:1

Places in This Verse

Jerusalem(Jerusalem today)

The city central to Jewish worship, where the temple was located and where Nehemiah sought to restore faith and practice.

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