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Then said I to them, You see the evil case that we are in, how Jerusalem lies waste, and the gates of it are burned with fire: come, and let us build up the wall of Jerusalem, that we be no more a reproach.
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Leadership Involves Planning
Commentators note that Nehemiah's appeal was not impulsive. He first conducted a secret, careful inspection of the walls. Only after his plans were matured did he make this earnest appeal to the people, demonstrating that wise leadership often involves thoughtful preparation before a public call to action.
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Nehemiah
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19th Century
Anglican
Then. —There is no note of time. When his plans were matured, Nehemiah made an earnest appeal to their patriotism.
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
Then said I unto them The priests and princes of the Jews:
you see the distress that we are in
Presbyterian
When Nehemiah had considered the matter, he told the Jews that God had put it into his heart to build the wall of Jerusalem. He does not undertake …
