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The Levites: the children of Jeshua, of Kadmiel, of the children of Hodevah, seventy-four.

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God's Guidance in the Details

Commentators emphasize that Nehemiah's decision to take a census was not just a practical step but was directly inspired by God. Matthew Henry notes, 'Every good gift and every good work are from above.' This reminds believers that God guides not only grand spiritual visions but also the practical, administrative details needed to accomplish His will.

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Nehemiah

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Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On Nehemiah 7:5–73

19th Century

Bishop

The genealogical record of the people, as the first step toward increasing the population of the metropolis, was decided upon with clear divine gui…

John Gill

John Gill

On Nehemiah 7:43

17th Century

Pastor

(See Gill on Nehemiah 7:6).

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Nehemiah 7:5–73

17th Century

Minister

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 …