02195cam a22003013u 4500 8243 UtSlPG 20260610133219.0 m cr n 260607r2005||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 BS Anonymous The World English Bible (WEB): Nehemiah Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2005 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2005-06-01 From www.ebible.org with slight reformatting by Martin Ward "The World English Bible (WEB): Nehemiah" by Anonymous is a historical account likely written in the post-exilic period, reflecting the events following the return of the Jewish exiles from Babylonian captivity. This book is part of the Old Testament and chronicles the efforts of Nehemiah, a Jewish leader, to rebuild Jerusalem's walls and restore the community of Jews living there after years of destruction and neglect. The primary topic focuses on themes of leadership, communal effort, and the spiritual renewal of the Jewish people. The narrative begins with Nehemiah receiving distressing news about the state of Jerusalem, prompting him to pray and seek permission from King Artaxerxes to return and rebuild the city. Upon arriving, Nehemiah assesses the damaged walls and motivates the Jewish people to join in the reconstruction despite facing opposition from surrounding enemies. Throughout the text, key events include the physical rebuilding of the walls, spiritual reforms led by Ezra who reads the Law to the people, and the establishment of a new covenant to uphold their identity and commandments. Nehemiah's leadership, commitment to justice, and calls for unity underscore the profound significance of faith and community in overcoming adversity. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Bible. Nehemiah https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/8243 50225 50225