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So the Levites stilled all the people, saying, Hold your peace, for the day is holy; neither be you grieved.
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Commentators observe that the Levites, supported by the governor Nehemiah, actively calmed the people. This was a coordinated leadership effort to guide the congregation's emotional response, repeating the instruction to replace grief with joy because the day was holy.
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19th Century
Anglican
So the Levites: As before, what Ezra said was repeated to the people in various directions by the Levites. But there was evidently…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
So the Levites stilled all the people Made them quiet and easy, being backed by the governor:
say…
Presbyterian
It was a good sign that their hearts were tender, when they heard the words of the law. The people were to send portions to those for whom nothing …
