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In those days also saw I the Jews who had married women of Ashdod, of Ammon, [and] of Moab:

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A Recurring Problem

Commentators observe that Nehemiah is once again confronting the problem of mixed marriages, an issue he had previously addressed. This recurrence highlights the persistent nature of sin and the need for constant vigilance to maintain the community's spiritual integrity.

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Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On Nehemiah 13:23

19th Century

Bishop

Saw I Jews. —The punishment shows that these were exceptional cases; but the transgression was of the most flagrant kind …

John Gill

John Gill

On Nehemiah 13:23

17th Century

Pastor

In those days also I saw Jews that married wives of Ashdod,
of Ammon, and of Moab .
A…

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Nehemiah 13:23–31

17th Century

Minister

If either parent is ungodly, corrupt nature will incline the children to take after that one. This is a strong reason why Christians should not be …