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The singers: the children of Asaph, one hundred forty-eight.

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God's Hand in Administration

Commentators note that this census, which includes specific roles like singers, was undertaken with "clear divine guidance." This shows that God is intimately involved in the practical and administrative details of building His community. All good work, even organizational tasks, is seen as originating from Him and should be done for His glory.

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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 7:44

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 …