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The men of Kiriath-jearim, Chephirah, and Beeroth, seven hundred forty-three.
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God's Hand in the Details
Commentators highlight that this long list of names and numbers is not mere record-keeping. They see Nehemiah's decision to consult this register as an act of 'divine guidance' and 'inspiration from God.' This shows that God is intimately involved in the practical, administrative steps needed to restore His people and rebuild the community.
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19th Century
Anglican
The genealogical record of the people, as the first step toward increasing the population of the metropolis, was decided upon with clear divine gui…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
(See Gill on Nehemiah 7:6).
Presbyterian
Nehemiah knew that the safety of a city, under God, depends more upon the inhabitants than upon its walls. Every good gift and every good work are …