Nehemiah 13:1 Meaning
On that day they read in the book of Moses in the audience of the people; and therein was found written, that the Ammonite and the Moabite should not come into the congregation of God for ever;
Context Explained
1On that day they read in the book of Moses in the audience of the people; and therein was found written, that the Ammonite and the Moabite should not come into the congregation of God for ever;
2Because they met not the children of Israel with bread and with water, but hired Balaam against them, that he should curse them: howbeit our God turned the curse into a blessing.
3Now it came to pass, when they had heard the law, that they separated from Israel all the mixed multitude.
Key Themes
Related Cross References
Deuteronomy 23:3
This verse directly references the law regarding Ammonites and Moabites.
Romans 12:2
Paul encourages believers to not conform to the patterns of this world, similar to the call for separation.
2 Corinthians 6:14
This passage discusses the importance of not being unequally yoked with unbelievers.
Source: Nehemiah 13:1