Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Nehemiah 8:13 Cross-References
Explore 11 cross-references for Nehemiah 8:13 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Nehemiah chapter 8 verse 13 to related passages throughout the Bible.
The Festival of Tabernacles
“And on the second day were gathered together the chief of the fathers of all the people, the priests, and the Levites, unto Ezra the scribe, even to understand the words of the law. to understand: or, that they might instruct in the words of the law”
Nehemiah 8:13 (KJV)
Historical Context for Nehemiah 8:13
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Commentary on Nehemiah 8:13
And on the second day were gathered together the chief of the fathers of all the people, the priests, and the Levites, unto Ezra the scribe, even to understand the words of the law.This verse within Nehemiah 8 addresses themes of Scripture centrality, teaching, understanding, worship. The public Scripture reading demonstrates how spiritual renewal requires understanding God's Word, not mere ritual observance. This passage demonstrates biblical principles applicable across both testaments—God's sovereignty combined with human responsibility, faith expressed through obedient action, and the nece...
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Cross-References for Nehemiah 8:13
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“but he who hates reproof is stupid.”
“and be wise. Don't refuse it.”
“if you will receive my words”
“but the chief priests and the scribes and the leading men among the people sought to destroy him.”
“and Bani”
“And the whole assembly took counsel to keep other seven days: and they kept other seven days with gladness.”
“but be gentle towards all”
“and many recognized him and ran there on foot from all the cities. They arrived before them and came together to him.”
“Weren't our hearts burning within us, while he spoke to us along the way, and while he opened the Scriptures to us?”
“the Gentiles begged that these words might be preached to them the next Sabbath.”