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and don`t cover their iniquity, and don`t let their sin be blotted out from before you; for they have provoked [you] to anger before the builders.
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A Challenging Prayer
Commentators are divided on how to view Nehemiah's harsh prayer. Some see it as righteous indignation and a prophetic cry for God's justice against hardened enemies, not personal revenge. Others caution that it is not a perfect model for Christians, who should instead look to Christ's example of praying for forgiveness for His enemies.
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19th Century
Baptist
This was righteous indignation; but Nehemiah is not a perfect model for us. He was not only stern, but he mingled with his severity a measure of bi…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
And cover not their iniquity, and let not their sin be blotted out from before thee L…
Presbyterian
Many a good work has been viewed with contempt by proud and haughty scorners. Those who disagree on almost everything will unite in persecution.
