Nehemiah 7:4
The Scripture
(4) Now the city was large and great: but the people were few therein, and the houses were not builded.
Chapter overview (whole chapter)
In Nehemiah 7 the Israelites are counted and their numbers are recorded, revealing a great loss from the original covenant community. The chapter lists the surviving tribes and their descendants, and the people weep for those who have perished. It underscores the importance of God's faithfulness and the need for repentance before restoration.
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