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Moreover I said to the king, If it please the king, let letters be given me to the governors beyond the River, that they may let me pass through until I come to Judah;

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Faith Requires Action

Commentators note that Nehemiah's prayer was immediately followed by a detailed, practical plan. He didn't just ask to go to Jerusalem; he requested specific letters for safe passage and provisions. Matthew Henry emphasizes that our prayers must be supported by serious effort, showing that true faith is active, not passive.

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Nehemiah

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Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On Nehemiah 2:1–8

19th Century

Bishop

Nehemiah’s appeal to the king.

John Gill

John Gill

On Nehemiah 2:7

17th Century

Pastor

Moreover, I said to the king, let letters be given me to
the governors beyond the river

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Nehemiah 2:1–8

17th Century

Minister

Our prayers must be supported by serious efforts; otherwise, we mock God. We are not limited to specific times for our addresses to the King of Kin…