Nehemiah 13:11 Meaning
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.
Context Explained
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.
Key Themes
Related Cross References
Matthew 21:12
Jesus also contended for the proper use of the temple.
1 Corinthians 3:16
Paul reminds believers that they are God's temple, similar to Nehemiah's concern.
Hebrews 10:25
This verse encourages gathering together, reflecting Nehemiah's leadership in restoring worship.
Source: Nehemiah 13:11