Nehemiah 13:21 · KJV

"Then I testified against them, and said unto them, Why lodge ye about the wall? if ye do so again, I will lay hands on you. From that time forth came they no more on the sabbath."

King James Version

Passage Context

¹⁹And it came to pass, that when the gates of Jerusalem began to be dark before the sabbath, I commanded that the gates should be shut, and charged that they should not be opened till after the sabbath: and some of my servants set I at the gates, that there should no burden be brought in on the sabbath day.

²⁰So the merchants and sellers of all kind of ware lodged without Jerusalem once or twice.

²¹Then I testified against them, and said unto them, Why lodge ye about the wall? if ye do so again, I will lay hands on you. From that time forth came they no more on the sabbath.

²²And I commanded the Levites that they should cleanse themselves, and that they should come and keep the gates, to sanctify the sabbath day. Remember me, O my God, concerning this also, and spare me according to the greatness of thy mercy.

²³In those days also saw I Jews that had married wives of Ashdod, of Ammon, and of Moab:

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Reflection Questions

How do you respond to those who challenge your beliefs?

What does it mean for you to keep the Sabbath holy?

When have you had to stand firm in your convictions?

Life Application

faith

Evaluate how you can better honor your commitments to God. Consider setting aside time for worship and rest.

courage

Think about a time when you had to confront someone about their actions. How can you approach such situations with love and firmness?

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 capital city of Israel, Jerusalem was the center of Jewish worship and community life. It was rebuilt after the Babylonian exile under Nehemiah's leadership.

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