Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version So we rebuilt the wall till all of it reached half its height, for the people worked with all their heart. New Living Translation At last the wall was completed to half its height around the entire city, for the people had worked with enthusiasm. English Standard Version So we built the wall. And all the wall was joined together to half its height, for the people had a mind to work. Berean Standard Bible So we rebuilt the wall until all of it was joined together up to half its height, for the people had a mind to work. King James Bible So built we the wall; and all the wall was joined together unto the half thereof: for the people had a mind to work. New King James Version So we built the wall, and the entire wall was joined together up to half its height, for the people had a mind to work. New American Standard Bible So we built the wall, and the entire wall was joined together to half its height, for the people had a mind to work. NASB 1995 So we built the wall and the whole wall was joined together to half its height, for the people had a mind to work. NASB 1977 So we built the wall and the whole wall was joined together to half its height, for the people had a mind to work. Legacy Standard Bible So we built the wall and the whole wall was joined together to half its height, and the people had a heart to work. Amplified Bible So we built the wall and the entire wall was joined together to half its height, for the people had a heart to work. Christian Standard Bible So we rebuilt the wall until the entire wall was joined together up to half its height, for the people had the will to keep working. Holman Christian Standard Bible So we rebuilt the wall until the entire wall was joined together up to half its height, for the people had the will to keep working. American Standard Version So we built the wall; and all the wall was joined together unto half the height thereof: for the people had a mind to work. Contemporary English Version The people worked hard, and we built the walls of Jerusalem halfway up again. English Revised Version So we built the wall; and all the wall was joined together unto half the height thereof: for the people had a mind to work. GOD'S WORD® Translation So we rebuilt the wall, which was rebuilt to about half its [original] height. The people worked with determination. Good News Translation So we went on rebuilding the wall, and soon it was half its full height, because the people were eager to work. International Standard Version So we rebuilt the wall, completing it halfway up, because the people were committed to working. NET Bible So we rebuilt the wall, and the entire wall was joined together up to half its height. The people were enthusiastic in their work. New Heart English Bible So we built the wall; and all the wall was joined together to half its height: for the people had a mind to work. Webster's Bible Translation So we built the wall; and all the wall was joined together to the half of it, for the people had a mind to work. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleSo we rebuilt the wall until all of it was joined together up to half its height, for the people had a mind to work. World English Bible So we built the wall; and all the wall was joined together to half its height, for the people had a mind to work. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd we build the wall, and all the wall is joined—to its half, and the people have a heart to work. Young's Literal Translation And we build the wall, and all the wall is joined -- unto its half, and the people have a heart to work. Smith's Literal Translation And we shall build the wall; and all the wall will be completed even to its half: and a heart will be to the people to work. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleSo we built the wall, and joined it all together unto the half thereof: and the heart of the people was excited to work. Catholic Public Domain Version And so we built the wall, and we joined it together, even to the unfinished portion. And the heart of the people was stirred up for the work. New American Bible We, however, continued to build the wall, and soon it was completed up to half its height. The people worked enthusiastically. New Revised Standard Version So we rebuilt the wall, and all the wall was joined together to half its height; for the people had a mind to work. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleBut as for us, we shall continue to build the wall; and the people are building it, and all the wall is completed to the half thereof; for the people have a mind to work. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And we shall build the wall!” And they built it and the wall was finished unto its midpoint; then the mouth of all the people was opened to work. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917So we built the wall; and all the wall was joined together unto half the height thereof; for the people had a mind to work. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Work is Ridiculed…5Do not cover up their iniquity or let their sin be blotted out from Your sight, for they have provoked the builders. 6So we rebuilt the wall until all of it was joined together up to half its height, for the people had a mind to work. 7When Sanballat and Tobiah, together with the Arabs, Ammonites, and Ashdodites, heard that the repair to the walls of Jerusalem was progressing and that the gaps were being closed, they were furious,… Cross References Philippians 2:13 For it is God who works in you to will and to act on behalf of His good purpose. 1 Corinthians 15:58 Therefore, my beloved brothers, be steadfast and immovable. Always excel in the work of the Lord, because you know that your labor in the Lord is not in vain. Colossians 3:23 Whatever you do, work at it with your whole being, as for the Lord and not for men, Ephesians 6:7 Serve with good will, as to the Lord and not to men, Galatians 6:9 Let us not grow weary in well-doing, for in due time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up. Hebrews 10:36 You need to persevere, so that after you have done the will of God, you will receive what He has promised. James 1:25 But the one who looks intently into the perfect law of freedom, and continues to do so—not being a forgetful hearer, but an effective doer—he will be blessed in what he does. 2 Thessalonians 3:13 But as for you, brothers, do not grow weary in well-doing. 1 Peter 4:11 If anyone speaks, he should speak as one conveying the words of God. If anyone serves, he should serve with the strength God provides, so that in all things God may be glorified through Jesus Christ, to whom be the glory and the power forever and ever. Amen. Romans 12:11 Do not let your zeal subside; keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord. Proverbs 16:3 Commit your works to the LORD and your plans will be achieved. Psalm 127:1 A song of ascents. Of Solomon. Unless the LORD builds the house, its builders labor in vain; unless the LORD protects the city, its watchmen stand guard in vain. Isaiah 41:10 Do not fear, for I am with you; do not be afraid, for I am your God. I will strengthen you; I will surely help you; I will uphold you with My righteous right hand. Exodus 35:21 And everyone whose heart stirred him and whose spirit prompted him came and brought an offering to the LORD for the work on the Tent of Meeting, for all its services, and for the holy garments. 1 Chronicles 28:20 David also said to Solomon his son, “Be strong and courageous, and do it. Do not be afraid or discouraged, for the LORD God, my God, is with you. He will neither fail you nor forsake you before all the work for the service of the house of the LORD is finished. Treasury of Scripture So built we the wall; and all the wall was joined together to the half thereof: for the people had a mind to work. had a mind Nehemiah 6:15 So the wall was finished in the twenty and fifth day of the month Elul, in fifty and two days. 1 Chronicles 29:3,14,17,18 Moreover, because I have set my affection to the house of my God, I have of mine own proper good, of gold and silver, which I have given to the house of my God, over and above all that I have prepared for the holy house, … 2 Chronicles 29:36 And Hezekiah rejoiced, and all the people, that God had prepared the people: for the thing was done suddenly. Jump to Previous Building Built Half Half-Way Hard Heart Height Joined Mind Reached Rebuilt Thereof Together Wall Whole Work Worked WorkingJump to Next Building Built Half Half-Way Hard Heart Height Joined Mind Reached Rebuilt Thereof Together Wall Whole Work Worked WorkingNehemiah 4 1. While the enemies scoff, Nehemiah prays and continues the work7. Understanding the wrath and secrets of the enemy, he sets a watch 13. He arms the laborers 19. and gives military precepts So we rebuilt the wall The rebuilding of the wall refers to the efforts led by Nehemiah to restore the walls of Jerusalem, which had been in ruins since the Babylonian conquest. This task was not just a physical reconstruction but also a spiritual renewal for the Jewish people. The wall symbolized protection and the restoration of their identity as God's chosen people. Nehemiah's leadership and the people's unity were crucial in overcoming opposition from surrounding enemies. until all of it was joined together up to half its height for the people had a mind to work Persons / Places / Events 1. NehemiahThe central figure in the book, Nehemiah was a cupbearer to the Persian king Artaxerxes and later became the governor of Judah. He led the effort to rebuild the walls of Jerusalem. 2. Jerusalem The city where the wall was being rebuilt. It held significant religious and cultural importance for the Jewish people. 3. The People The Jewish inhabitants of Jerusalem who participated in the rebuilding of the wall. Their collective effort and determination were crucial to the project's progress. 4. The Wall The physical structure being rebuilt around Jerusalem. It symbolized protection, security, and the restoration of the Jewish community. 5. Opposition Although not directly mentioned in this verse, the surrounding context involves opposition from neighboring groups who were against the rebuilding efforts. Teaching Points Unity in PurposeThe success of the wall's reconstruction was due to the people's unified effort. In the church today, unity in purpose can lead to accomplishing great things for God's kingdom. Diligence and Hard Work The phrase "for the people had a mind to work" emphasizes the importance of diligence. Believers are called to work heartily as for the Lord. Overcoming Opposition Despite external threats, the people continued their work. Christians today can take courage in facing opposition, knowing that God is with them. Faith in Action The rebuilding of the wall was a tangible expression of the people's faith. Our faith should also be evident in our actions and commitments. Leadership and Vision Nehemiah's leadership was crucial. Effective leadership in the church involves casting a vision and motivating others to work towards it. Lists and Questions Top 10 Lessons from Nehemiah 4Nehemiah 4:6: Is it physically plausible for the wall to reach “half its height” so quickly with the limited manpower described? What does 'Let Go and Let God' mean? What does 'Heartily as Unto the Lord' mean? Why do historical records outside the Bible make no clear mention of the extensive work groups listed throughout Nehemiah 3? (6) Unto the half.--Up to half the height the wall was now continuous.Verse 6. - So built we the wall. Rather, "and we (still) built the wall" Insults and gibes had no effect on us - did not touch us. Despite of them we steadily kept on our building, and the result was that soon all the wall was joined together unto the half thereof - the whole continuous line of wall was completed to half the contemplated height. For the people had a mind to work. Literally, "there was a heart to the people to work." They wrought, as we should say, "with a will"- they had their heart in the work. Insult and gibe rather stimulated than daunted them. CHAPTER 4:7-23 Hebrew So we rebuiltוַנִּבְנֶה֙ (wan·niḇ·neh) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - first person common plural Strong's 1129: To build the wall הַ֣חוֹמָ֔ה (ha·ḥō·w·māh) Article | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 2346: A wall of protection until all כָּל־ (kāl-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every [of it] הַחוֹמָ֖ה (ha·ḥō·w·māh) Article | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 2346: A wall of protection was joined together וַתִּקָּשֵׁ֥ר (wat·tiq·qā·šêr) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Nifal - Consecutive imperfect - third person feminine singular Strong's 7194: To tie, gird, confine, compact, in love, league up to עַד־ (‘aḏ-) Preposition Strong's 5704: As far as, even to, up to, until, while half its [height], חֶצְיָ֑הּ (ḥeṣ·yāh) Noun - masculine singular construct | third person feminine singular Strong's 2677: The half, middle for the people לָעָ֖ם (lā·‘ām) Preposition-l, Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 5971: A people, a tribe, troops, attendants, a flock had וַיְהִ֧י (way·hî) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 1961: To fall out, come to pass, become, be a mind לֵ֦ב (lêḇ) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 3820: The heart, the feelings, the will, the intellect, centre to work. לַעֲשֽׂוֹת׃ (la·‘ă·śō·wṯ) Preposition-l | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct Strong's 6213: To do, make Links Nehemiah 4:6 NIVNehemiah 4:6 NLT Nehemiah 4:6 ESV Nehemiah 4:6 NASB Nehemiah 4:6 KJV Nehemiah 4:6 BibleApps.com Nehemiah 4:6 Biblia Paralela Nehemiah 4:6 Chinese Bible Nehemiah 4:6 French Bible Nehemiah 4:6 Catholic Bible OT History: Nehemiah 4:6 So we built the wall (Neh Ne) |
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