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the children of Barkos, the children of Sisera, the children of Temah,
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God's Hand in the Details
Commentators explain that Nehemiah's decision to consult this genealogical list was not just a practical step but was directly inspired by God. Both Charles Ellicott and Matthew Henry highlight that what appears as human prudence is often directed by Divine Providence. This reminds believers that God is involved in all aspects of His work, including the administrative details.
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Nehemiah
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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 …
