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It happened, when all our enemies heard [of it], that all the nations that were about us feared, and were much cast down in their own eyes; for they perceived that this work was worked of our God.
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God's Work Silences Critics
Commentators note the profound effect the wall's completion had on Israel's enemies. They were not just defeated, but 'much cast down in their own eyes.' Scholars explain this was a mix of shame for their previous mockery, vexation at the Jews' success, and a newfound fear. The undeniable result silenced all who had opposed the work.
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Nehemiah
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19th Century
Anglican
The enemies heard of it, and saw the result, and were ashamed.
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
And it came to pass, that when all our enemies heard thereof , &c.] That the wall was finished:
a…
Presbyterian
The wall was begun and finished in fifty-two days, though they rested on the Sabbaths. A great deal of work may be done in a little time, if we set…
