Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Nehemiah 5:2 Cross-References
Explore 6 cross-references for Nehemiah 5:2 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Nehemiah chapter 5 verse 2 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“For there were that said, We, our sons, and our daughters, are many: therefore we take up corn for them, that we may eat, and live.”
Nehemiah 5:2 (KJV)
Commentary on Nehemiah 5:2
For there were that said, We, our sons, and our daughters, are many: therefore we take up corn for them, that we may eat, and live.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. This passage demonstrates biblical principles applicable across both testaments—God's sovereignty combined with human responsibility, faith expressed through obedient action, and the necessity of both individual and corporate commi...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Nehemiah 5:2
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“and if you will not lay it to heart”
“and it will be well with you.”
“his father”
“to Joseph”
“Behold, I have heard that there is grain in Egypt. Go down there, and buy for us from there, so that we may live, and not die.”
“children are a heritage of Yahweh. The fruit of the womb is his reward.”