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the children of Reaiah, the children of Rezin, the children of Nekoda,

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God's Hand in the Details

While this verse is part of a long list of names, commentators like Ellicott and Henry emphasize that the entire project of finding and recording this genealogy was inspired by God. They highlight that even seemingly administrative tasks are under the direction of Divine Providence, showing that God is intimately involved in every aspect of His people's restoration.

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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 7:50

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 …