Nehemiah 13:22 · KJV

"And 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."

King James Version

Passage Context

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:

²⁴And their children spake half in the speech of Ashdod, and could not speak in the Jews' language, but according to the language of each people.

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Reflection Questions

What does it mean for you to be spiritually clean?

How do you prepare yourself for worship?

When have you felt the need to renew your commitment to God?

Life Application

spirituality

Consider establishing a routine for spiritual cleansing through prayer and reflection. Make it a priority to prepare your heart for worship.

community

Encourage others in your community to maintain holiness in their service. Share practices that help you stay spiritually focused.

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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