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The children of Solomon`s servants: the children of Sotai, the children of Sophereth, the children of Perida,
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Divine Guidance in Details
Commentators emphasize that Nehemiah's decision to compile this list was a result of divine guidance. Matthew Henry notes, "every good gift and every good work are from above." This shows that even practical, administrative tasks are directed by God's providence, reminding believers that God is involved in all aspects of their service to Him.
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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 …
