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Nehemiah 13:2 Cross-References

Explore 9 cross-references for Nehemiah 13:2 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Nehemiah chapter 13 verse 2 to related passages throughout the Bible.

Because 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.

Nehemiah 13:2 (KJV)

Historical Context for Nehemiah 13:2

People Mentioned

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Jacobsecond-born son of Isaac (GEN 25:25-26)
B
Balaamfrom Pethor of Mesopotamia (NUM 22:5, DEUT 23:4)
Y
G-dHoly, Holy, Holy (ISA 6:3) and too many others to fit here

Commentary on Nehemiah 13:2

Because 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.This verse within Nehemiah 13 addresses themes of reform, confronting compromise, vigilance, finishing well. Nehemiah's return from Persia reveals backsliding, requiring renewed reforms in areas previously addressed—showing constant vigilance's necessity. This passage demonstrates biblical principles applicable across both testaments—God's sovereignty combined with human responsibility, faith expressed through obedient...

Source: KJV Study Commentary

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