Nehemiah 12:24
The Scripture
(24) And the chief of the Levites: Hashabiah, Sherebiah, and Jeshua the son of Kadmiel, with their brethren over against them, to praise and to give thanks, according to the commandment of David the man of God, ward over against ward.
Chapter overview (whole chapter)
Nehemiah 12 records the dedication of the temple and the giving of the people, after Nehemiah returns to Jerusalem and is given authority to oversee the work. The chapter describes the king’s decree that the people should give a portion of their food, oil, and wine, and the joy of the people as they celebrate the completion of the temple. It emphasizes God’s faithfulness and the importance of communal worship and sacrifice.
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Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
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