Nehemiah 5:2

“For there were that said, We, our sons, and our daughters, are many: therefore we take up corn for them, that we may eat, and live.”

"For there were that said, We, our sons, and our daughters, are many: therefore we take up corn for them, that we may eat, and live." - Nehemiah 5:2
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What does Nehemiah 5:2 mean?

The verse Nehemiah 5:2 in the King James Version of the Bible reads, "For there were that said, We, our sons, and our daughters, are many: therefore we take up corn for them, that we may eat, and live." This verse is a part of the Book of Nehemiah, which is a historical account…

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Caring in the Midst of Struggle

**Devotional: Caring in the Midst of Struggle** The book of Nehemiah is a powerful reminder of the importance of community and the collective struggle that often accompanies great endeavors. Nehemiah 5:2 provides a poignant glimpse into the pressing hardships that the people…

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A Prayer for Provision and Unity in Times of Need

Heavenly Father, We come before You today with humble hearts, acknowledging the struggles and burdens that weigh heavily upon us. Just as recorded in Nehemiah 5:2, where it is said, "For there were that said, We, our sons, and our daughters, are many: therefore we take up corn…

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Nehemiah 5:2 - "For there were that said, We, our sons, and our daughters, are many: therefore we take up corn for them, that we may eat, and live."
Nehemiah 10:5 - "Harim, Meremoth, Obadiah,"
Nehemiah 12:5 - "Miamin, Maadiah, Bilgah,"
Nehemiah 5:1 - "And there was a great cry of the people and of their wives against their brethren the Jews."
Nehemiah 2:5 - "And I said unto the king, If it please the king, and if thy servant have found favour in thy sight, that thou wouldest send me unto Judah, unto the city of my fathers' sepulchres, that I may build it."
"Harim, Meremoth, Obadiah," - Nehemiah 10:5
"Miamin, Maadiah, Bilgah," - Nehemiah 12:5
Nehemiah 5:6 - "¶ And I was very angry when I heard their cry and these words."
Nehemiah 3:5 - "And next unto them the Tekoites repaired; but their nobles put not their necks to the work of their Lord."
Nehemiah 12:2 - "Amariah, Malluch, Hattush,"
Nehemiah 10:2 - "Seraiah, Azariah, Jeremiah,"
"And I said unto the king, If it please the king, and if thy servant have found favour in thy sight, that thou wouldest send me unto Judah, unto the city of my fathers' sepulchres, that I may build it." - Nehemiah 2:5
Nehemiah 5:19 - "Think upon me, my God, for good, according to all that I have done for this people."
Nehemiah 5:4 - "There were also that said, We have borrowed money for the king's tribute, and that upon our lands and vineyards."
Nehemiah 6:5 - "Then sent Sanballat his servant unto me in like manner the fifth time with an open letter in his hand;"
Nehemiah 2:11 - "So I came to Jerusalem, and was there three days."
Nehemiah 4:5 - "And cover not their iniquity, and let not their sin be blotted out from before thee: for they have provoked thee to anger before the builders."
Nehemiah 11:5 - "And Maaseiah the son of Baruch, the son of Col-hozeh, the son of Hazaiah, the son of Adaiah, the son of Joiarib, the son of Zechariah, the son of Shiloni."
"And there was a great cry of the people and of their wives against their brethren the Jews." - Nehemiah 5:1
"Amariah, Malluch, Hattush," - Nehemiah 12:2
"Seraiah, Azariah, Jeremiah," - Nehemiah 10:2
A biblical scene from Nehemiah 1:5-11 - Nehemiah, a Caucasian male in middle-eastern garb, is depicted respectfully requesting time from the king, a Middle-Eastern male seated at the dinner table while Nehemiah is serving his drink. He is asking for the opportunity to return to Judah and help his people build a wall. The setting is a grand royal court marked by golden hues, opulent textiles, and architecturally rich columns.
Nehemiah 5:3 - "Some also there were that said, We have mortgaged our lands, vineyards, and houses, that we might buy corn, because of the dearth."
Nehemiah 5:9 - "Also I said, It is not good that ye do: ought ye not to walk in the fear of our God because of the reproach of the heathen our enemies?"
Nehemiah 8:5 - "And Ezra opened the book in the sight of all the people; (for he was above all the people;) and when he opened it, all the people stood up:"
A biblical scene from Nehemiah 1:5-11 - Nehemiah, a Caucasian male in middle-eastern garb, is depicted respectfully requesting time from the king, a Middle-Eastern male seated on a throne. He is asking for the opportunity to return to Judah and help his people build a wall. The setting is a grand royal court marked by golden hues, opulent textiles, and architecturally rich columns. Nehemiah is the king's servant.
Nehemiah 11:2 - "And the people blessed all the men, that willingly offered themselves to dwell at Jerusalem."
Nehemiah 5:17 - "Moreover there were at my table an hundred and fifty of the Jews and rulers, beside those that came unto us from among the heathen that are about us."
A biblical scene from Nehemiah 1:5-11 - Nehemiah, a Caucasian male in middle-eastern garb, is depicted respectfully requesting time from the king, a Middle-Eastern male seated at the dinner table while Nehemiah is serving his drink. He is asking for the opportunity to return to Judah and help his people build a wall. The setting is a grand royal court marked by golden hues, opulent textiles, and architecturally rich columns.