Nehemiah 6:18
The Scripture
(18) For there were many in Judah sworn unto him, because he was the son in law of Shechaniah the son of Arah; and his son Johanan had taken the daughter of Meshullam the son of Berechiah.
Chapter overview (whole chapter)
Nehemiah records the people’s gathering in the marketplace to defy the king’s order to rebuild the wall, and their prayer for God’s protection. The chapter shows the conflict between obedience and resistance, emphasizing God’s faithfulness to deliver His people. It also underscores the value of unity, prayer, and trust in divine providence.
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