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and refused to obey, neither were mindful of your wonders that you did among them, but hardened their neck, and in their rebellion appointed a captain to return to their bondage. But you are a God ready to pardon, gracious and merciful, slow to anger, and abundant in lovingkindness, and didn`t forsake them.
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Rebellion vs. Grace
Commentators emphasize the dramatic contrast in this verse. While the Israelites repeatedly forgot God's miracles, hardened their hearts, and even planned a return to slavery, God's character remained unchanged. He is described as 'a God ready to pardon, gracious and merciful, slow to anger, and abundant in lovingkindness,' demonstrating that His grace persists even in the face of extreme rebellion.
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Nehemiah
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Albert Barnes
On Nehemiah 9:17
18th Century
Theologian
In their rebellion - The Septuagint and several manuscripts have “in Egypt” (the words in the original differing by one letter only…
Charles Ellicott
On Nehemiah 9:17
19th Century
Bishop
In their rebellion. —Rather, appointed a captain to return to their bondage in Egypt. This is the reading of some manuscr…
John Gill
On Nehemiah 9:17
17th Century
Pastor
And refused to obey
Though exhorted, admonished, and threatened, such was their obstinacy:
neithe…
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Matthew Henry
On Nehemiah 9:4–38
17th Century
Minister
The summary of their prayers we have here on record. Much more, no doubt, was said. Whatever ability we have to do anything in the way of duty, we …