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Nehemiah 8:9 ยท KJV

"And Nehemiah, which is the Tirshatha, and Ezra the priest the scribe, and the Levites that taught the people, said unto all the people, This day is holy unto the LORD your God; mourn not, nor weep. For all the people wept, when they heard the words of the law."

King James Version

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Passage Context

7Also Jeshua, and Bani, and Sherebiah, Jamin, Akkub, Shabbethai, Hodijah, Maaseiah, Kelita, Azariah, Jozabad, Hanan, Pelaiah, and the Levites, caused the people to understand the law: and the people stood in their place.
8So they read in the book in the law of God distinctly, and gave the sense, and caused them to understand the reading.
9And Nehemiah, which is the Tirshatha, and Ezra the priest the scribe, and the Levites that taught the people, said unto all the people, This day is holy unto the LORD your God; mourn not, nor weep. For all the people wept, when they heard the words of the law.
10Then he said unto them, Go your way, eat the fat, and drink the sweet, and send portions unto them for whom nothing is prepared: for this day is holy unto our Lord: neither be ye sorry; for the joy of the LORD is your strength.
11So the Levites stilled all the people, saying, Hold your peace, for the day is holy; neither be ye grieved.

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Reflection Questions

1

How does hearing God's word impact your emotions?

2

What does it mean for you to celebrate holiness?

3

When have you felt the need to mourn for your sins?

Life Application

faith

Engage with Scripture regularly to understand its importance in your life.

community

Encourage others in your community to gather and reflect on God's word together.

People in This Verse

EzraOT

A scribe and priest who played a key role in the return of the Jewish exiles and the re-establishment of the Law in Jerusalem.

First appearance: Ezra 7:1

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 of ancient Israel and the site of the temple. It was a focal point for Jewish worship and community life.

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