Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Nehemiah 7:3 Cross-References
Explore 5 cross-references for Nehemiah 7:3 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Nehemiah chapter 7 verse 3 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“And I said unto them, Let not the gates of Jerusalem be opened until the sun be hot; and while they stand by, let them shut the doors, and bar them: and appoint watches of the inhabitants of Jerusalem, every one in his watch, and every one to be over against his house.”
Nehemiah 7:3 (KJV)
Commentary on Nehemiah 7:3
And I said unto them, Let not the gates of Jerusalem be opened until the sun be hot; and while they stand by, let them shut the doors, and bar them: and appoint watches of the inhabitants of Jerusalem, every one in his watch, and every one to be over against his house.This verse within Nehemiah 7 addresses themes of organization, genealogy, remembrance, continuity. With physical security established, Nehemiah organizes administration and records genealogies, showing continuity with God's promises. City gates were strategic both defensively and administratively, controlling access and serving a...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Nehemiah 7:3
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“After him repaired Benjamin and Hashub over against their house. After him repaired Azariah the son of Maaseiah the son of Ananiah by his house.”
“when the gates of Jerusalem began to be dark before the Sabbath”
“they labor in vain who build it. Unless Yahweh watches over the city”
“everyone over against his own house.”