Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Nehemiah 5:10 Cross-References
Explore 12 cross-references for Nehemiah 5:10 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Nehemiah chapter 5 verse 10 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“I likewise, and my brethren, and my servants, might exact of them money and corn: I pray you, let us leave off this usury.”
Nehemiah 5:10 (KJV)
Commentary on Nehemiah 5:10
I likewise, and my brethren, and my servants, might exact of them money and corn: I pray you, let us leave off this usury.This verse within Nehemiah 5 addresses themes of justice, integrity, selfless leadership, economic reform. Internal crisis threatens to destroy what external opposition could not—economic exploitation requiring bold reforming leadership. The Hebrew palal (פָּלַל) for prayer indicates intercession and petition, emphasizing dependence on God. This passage demonstrates biblical principles applicable across both testaments—God's sovereignty combined with human responsibility, f...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Nehemiah 5:10
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“we entreat also that you not receive the grace of God in vain”
“though I have all boldness in Christ to command you that which is appropriate”
“and contended with the nobles and the rulers”
“neither has taken any increase”
“nor take a bribe against the innocent. He who does these things shall never be shaken.”
“Collect no more than that which is appointed to you.”
“and has taken increase; shall he then live? he shall not live: he has done all these abominations; he shall surely die; his blood shall be on him.”
“as though God were entreating by us. We beg you on behalf of Christ”
“they practice it”